personal care

American  

noun

1. assistance in dressing, grooming, etc., provided to elderly, disabled, or other persons who are unable to care for themselves.

2. the act or process of dressing or grooming oneself.

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personal care British  

noun

1. 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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personal care

The Nigerian worker went on to carry out the man's intimate personal care while a cleaner held his arms down.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

If the viral kids’ anti-aging brand Lil’ Retinol alarmed you on social media lately, don’t worry: It was just a publicity stunt for Frida’s new “age-appropriate” personal care line for 6-to-11-year-olds.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

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

Johnston said Disney sold Super Bowl spots to 58 brands across 34 product categories, including financial services, candy, personal care and software.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026

And, besides, remember this—it isn't as though he really depended upon you for personal care; he doesn't need you, as far as that goes, he says so.

From East Angels by Constance Fenimore Woolson