A pedicure is either the professionaldone by someone with special training and skill care of the feet and toenailsthe hard coverings on the ends of your toes, or the act of caring for your own feet and toenails. In everyday use, it most often refers to the salon treatmenta service or procedure meant to improve appearance or health.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈpɛdəˌkjʊr/
Easy pronunciation: PED-ih-kyoor (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the first syllable; the last syllable also takes secondary stress.
Noun: professional care for the feet and toenails.
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Pedicure Meaning
a beauty treatment for the feet and toenails
Part of speech: noun
Definition: professional care for the feet and toenails
Example: I booked a pedicure before the wedding.
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Other Meanings of Pedicure
Meaning 2
to care for your feet and toenails
Part of speech: verb
Definition: care for one's feet by cutting and shaping the nails, etc.
Example: She pedicured her feet before the holiday.
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Pedicure Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- foot treatment
- toenail care
verb: care for one's feet by cutting and shaping the nails, etc.
- foot treatment
- toenail care
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse pedicure with manicure, but a manicure is for the hands and fingernails.
- Pedicure is often used as a noun, but it can also be a verb.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does pedicure mean?
Pedicure usually means a beauty treatment for the feet and toenails, especially one done in a salon. It can also mean to care for your own feet and toenails.
Is pedicure a noun or a verb?
It is mainly a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is a pedicure for?
A pedicure is for cleaning, shaping, and caring for the feet and toenails.
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