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Definition of masseuse

masseuse

/məˈsuːz/
mas · seuse
Plural:masseuses
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• noun

1

A woman who provides massages professionally.

Example

"After running the marathon, she scheduled an appointment with a skilled masseuse to relieve the tension in her legs."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Traditionally, 'masseuse' refers specifically to a female practitioner and 'masseur' to a male practitioner. In contemporary professional contexts, the gender-neutral term 'massage therapist' is widely preferred by licensed practitioners.

• Rhymes for masseuse

• Nearby Words

massasauga
masses
masseur
masseuse
massif central
massing
massive

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from French 'masseuse', the feminine form of 'masseur', from the verb 'masser' (to massage).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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