pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
1
: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails
2
a
: care of the feet, toes, and nails
b
: a single treatment of these parts
pedicurist noun

Examples of pedicure in a Sentence

She's getting a pedicure tomorrow.
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The spa, on the 16th floor, is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. throughout the week, with services including manicures, pedicures, massages, facials and soon the mud room. Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025 Lots of debris finds its way to the floors during pedicures, manicures, waxing appointments, and, of course, the dirt that falls off the soles of peoples’ shoes all day long. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2025 Facials, manicures, pedicures and aromatherapies are also available. Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2025 Ensure that the stations are clean, the technicians wash their hands between clients, the pedicure bowls are thoroughly disinfected, and the tools are sanitized. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pedicure

Word History

Etymology

French pédicure, from Latin ped-, pes foot + curare to take care, from cura care

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pedicure was in 1784

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Cite this Entry

“Pedicure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pedicure. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

pedicure

noun
ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
: care of the feet, toes, and toenails
also : a single treatment of these parts

Medical Definition

pedicure

noun
ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r How to pronounce pedicure (audio)
1
: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails
2
a
: care of the feet, toes, and nails
b
: a single treatment of the feet, toes, or nails
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