plural manis
informal
: manicure
Paint one finger on each hand a slightly different hue. "Do low-key glitter or another shade from the same color family as the rest of your mani," says New York City celebrity nail tech Elle.Health
see also mani-pedi

Examples of mani in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web More mani inspo: Now, watch Amy Poehler and Maya Hawke take on TikTok: Follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 1 July 2024 While showing off her mani, Lively also gave a glimpse at her eclectic ring collection. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024 There's even a full-service spa with treatments like an ice cream mani and pedi for your budding spa goer. Nina Kokotas Hahn, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2023 Adding chrome to an essential coat can take your simple mani to the next level. Celeste Polanco, Essence, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for mani 

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Word History

Etymology

short for manicure entry 1

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mani was in 1990

Dictionary Entries Near mani

Cite this Entry

“Mani.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mani. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.

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