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
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Etymology
Origin of personal care
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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You need your own personal cheat code, a set of abilities you have nearly perfected that might give you a chance in this game dominated by big and strong competitors.
From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2021
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