pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r 

1

: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails

2

a

: care of the feet, toes, and nails

b

: a single treatment of these parts

pedicurist

ˈpe-di-ˌkyu̇r-ist 

noun

Examples of pedicure in a Sentence

She's getting a pedicure tomorrow.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Salon offers consultations, cuts, styling, blow drying, and manicure and pedicure services. —Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024

The full-service spa includes an expansive menu of treatments, from manicure and pedicure treatments; massages; facials; eyelash extensions; Lymphatic drainage; laser treatments; microneedling; IV drips, and Botox. —Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 17 Oct. 2024

Manicure and pedicure stations and hairstylists round out the offerings. —Kate Donnelly, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024

Instead of the chunky French manicure that was all the rage in the late '90s, Rodrigo opted for a short red mani and matching pedicure just a few tones darker than her lipstick. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French pédicure, from Latin ped-, pes foot + curare to take care, from cura care

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing pedicure

• French pedicure

Kids Definition

pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r 

: care of the feet, toes, and toenails

also : a single treatment of these parts

Medical Definition

pedicure

noun

ped·​i·​cure ˈped-i-ˌkyu̇(ə)r 

1

: a person who provides care for the feet, toes, and nails

2

a

: care of the feet, toes, and nails

b

: a single treatment of the feet, toes, or nails