pedicure

American  

[ped-i-kyoor] / ˈpɛd ɪˌkyʊər /

noun

1. professional care and treatment of the feet, as removal of corns and trimming of toenails.

2. a single treatment of the feet.

3. a podiatrist.

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pedicure British  

/ ˈpɛdɪˌkjʊə /

noun

1. professional treatment of the feet, either by a medical expert or a cosmetician

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Other Word Forms

• pedicurist noun

Etymology

Origin of pedicure

From the French word pédicure, dating back to 1835–45. See pedi-, cure

Example Sentences

I’d previously enjoyed a pedicure here, but this visit called for a facial.

From Salon

Angel Nail Salon, just 10 minutes from Apocalypse BBQ, offers hair and nail services at a great price point, making it an ideal stop for manicures, pedicures, or even a blowout before a night out.

From Salon

Their services include massages, facials, body treatments, and salon services such as manicures and pedicures.

From Salon

“I keep telling her to try a pedicure. It’s like a little slice of heaven for your feet, y’know?”

From Literature

The head of Congress has demanded that MP Lucinda Vasquez be punished after she was photographed lounging on a sofa in her office while an adviser gave her a pedicure.

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