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Definition of manicurist
manicurist
/ˈmæn.ɪ.kjʊr.ɪst/
man · i · cur · ist
Plural:manicurists
•Adjective:manicuristic
manicurist Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
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• noun
1
A person whose occupation is the cosmetic care, grooming, shaping, and painting of the hands and fingernails.
Example
"She booked an appointment with her favorite manicurist before the wedding ceremony."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the late 19th century from 'manicure' plus the agent suffix '-ist', ultimately deriving from French 'manucure', from Latin 'manus' (hand) and 'cura' (care).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manicurist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manicurist