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

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Etymology

Origin of personal care

First recorded in 1930–35

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Example Sentences

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personal care

Consumer preferences are evolving toward personal care, new flavors, moderated drinking and choices based on specific occasions, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 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

However, it's important to note that personal care takes in things like helping frail elderly people wash and dress and go to the toilet.

From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026

Speculators have thought the fact due to their healthful habits and superior knowledge of proper personal care.

From The history of Company C, Seventh Regiment, O.V.I by Theodore Wilder

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