personal care
Americannoun
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assistance in dressing, grooming, etc., provided to elderly, disabled, or other persons who are unable to care for themselves.
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the act or process of dressing or grooming oneself.
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of personal care
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Gap, Inc. operates as a global apparel retail company, which offers clothing, apparel, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, and children.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
Both countries also do not usually cover the full cost of personal care so individuals are responsible for some of the expenses.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
The segments typically feature a contributor or expert presenting household items, fashion or personal care products, alongside the host viewers know and trust.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
It was announced in 2025 that Kimberly-Clark, the paper and personal care products giant, would acquire Kenvue.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
After reading the True Science of Living he discharged his physician and came under my personal care.
From The No Breakfast Plan and the Fasting-Cure by Edward Hooker Dewey
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