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personal care

American

noun

assistance in dressing, grooming, etc., provided to elderly, disabled, or other persons who are unable to care for themselves.
the act or process of dressing or grooming oneself.

personal care British

noun

help given to elderly or infirm people with essential everyday activities such as washing, dressing, and meals

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Other Word Forms

personal-care

adjective

Etymology

Origin of personal care

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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Jones served as James's personal coach during the 2022–2023 season after the star joined the Lakers, without being employed by the team.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

First up: an explanation from Emile Bouret, my personal coach, of why wealthy and otherwise sane people are attracted to hitting eye-watering speeds in the first place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

The high jump world record holder for the T47 category is Frech’s personal coach and introduced Petersmeyer to the young star around 2017.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2024

Mutsumi Harada, Miyata's personal coach, said the gymnast was struggling with the "pressure" of competing at the Games.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2024

More often than not, I would be the only fencer at a major international competition without a personal coach by her side.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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