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Definition of manscaping

manscaping

/ˈmænˌskeɪ.pɪŋ/
man · scap · ing

Adjective:manscaped
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Past Simple:manscaped
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Past Participle:manscaped
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Present Participle:manscaping
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manscaping Lexical Profile

manscaping Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The removal or trimming of hair on a man's body for cosmetic reasons.

Example

"The grooming brand launched a new line of electric trimmers specifically designed for manscaping."

• verb

1

To shave, trim, or wax hair on a man's body for cosmetic purposes (present participle of manscape).

Example

"He spent twenty minutes manscaping in front of the bathroom mirror before leaving for the beach."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 2000s as a humorous blend of 'man' and 'landscaping', popularized by lifestyle television shows such as 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manscaping. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manscaping
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