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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Primary microplastics are those like the microbeads intentionally added to face washes and other personal care products.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

After the food-business separation is completed, 95% of the $125 billion company’s U.S. portfolio will be in beauty, wellness and personal care.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

For years, scientists believed the methylsiloxanes detected in the atmosphere mainly came from evaporation from personal care products and industrial materials.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

Spending at clothing retailers, health & personal care stores, and car dealerships was softer in March than February.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Ever since my book has been out I have been in more or less trouble with cases that badly needed my personal care, and not few in which death was inevitable.

From The No Breakfast Plan and the Fasting-Cure by Dewey, Edward Hooker

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