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 Essie Marshmallow $9 $10 View On Target $10 Another longtime favorite neutral by Essie, Marshmallow is a cloudy sheer white nail polish with a cream finish that feels perfect for a summer mani. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024 Mix-and-Match Manicure Inspiration Ahead, see 11 of our favorite ways to rock the mix-and-match mani. Elle Turner, Glamour, 22 Mar. 2024 According to Jan Arnold, cofounder of CND, stone nails are the ultimate neutral mani that looks especially fresh during springtime. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2024 Joy Randolph's look for the Chanel and Charles Finch Pre-Oscar Dinner in Beverly Hills, California, was about the details, such as her skirt's mini train, layered pearl necklace and graphic mani. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2024 Looks like the bow trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, and neither is the eternally beloved French mani. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 22 Feb. 2024 As for glam, Swift went with a softer version of her signature red lip, and appears to have opted for a white mani. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2024 Her latest set is no exception: a shiny mani with sparkling charms dangling off each tip. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 19 Feb. 2024 Anyone who isn't distracted by the cute dog at first will immediately notice the sizzling mani. Melanie Paukner, Glamour, 13 Feb. 2024

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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 20 Apr. 2024.

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