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pedicure

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nounverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /pˈɛdɪkjˌɔː/

US

  • /ˈpɛdɪkjər/
  • /ˈpɛdɪkjɔr/

Description

A pedicure isn't just about pretty toenails. It's a care treatment for the feet and toenails, much like a manicure is for your hands. Think of it as a little spa day for your feet: cleaning, trimming, shaping, and often polishing them after a long week.

You might get one at a nail salon, but you can also do it at home. It's a nice way to relax, especially if you spend a lot of time standing or walking. While people often connect it with beauty, many people simply like the clean, cared-for feeling it gives. A good treatment can also help you notice small foot or nail problems early.

Examples

  1. 1

    Appointment

    I booked a pedicure for Saturday morning.

  2. 2

    Vacation preparation

    She got a pedicure before her beach vacation.

  3. 3

    Salon services

    The salon offers manicures, pedicures, and eyebrow waxing.

  4. 4

    Nail polish

    My pedicure chipped after only two days.

  5. 5

    At home

    He gave himself a pedicure at home instead of going to a salon.

See also

nouncosmetic treatment for the feet and toenails

Similar

  • foot treatment

Shades of meaning

  • cosmetic foot care

Contrast

Used with (collocations)

  • get a pedicure
  • give someone a pedicure
  • pedicure appointment
  • French pedicure

Word family

  • pedicurist
  • pedicured

Explore

  • nail salon
  • foot bath

Forms and spellings

2 forms open this card.

Main spelling

  • pedicurenounverb

Forms

  • pedicurespluralnounverb