manicurist

noun

man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈma-nə-ˌkyu̇r-ist How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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Afterward, the manicurist used acetone to disperse the ink with a thick nail brush (or 3D brush), creating gemstone veins. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Jan. 2025 The key to mastering the look, according to A-list manicurist Tinu Bello? Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024 Celebrity manicurist and educator Mimi D opts for a sparkling purple polish and goes either full coverage or mesmerizing swirl designs with negative space on each nail. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024 This includes personal services (including hairstylists, manicurists, or masseuses), folks who help around the home (including cleaners, door attendants, or yard workers) and anyone who helps with your dependents (babysitters, dog walkers, and home health care aids). Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for manicurist 

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of manicurist was in 1889

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“Manicurist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manicurist. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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manicurist

noun
man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈman-ə-ˌkyu̇r-əst How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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