manicure Meaning, Definition & Usage

Man"i*cure noun

Etymology

F., fr. L. manus hand + curare to cure.

Definitions

1. A person who makes a business of taking care of people's hands, especially their nails. now called manicurist
2. A thorough cosmetic treatment of the hands, especially the trimming and polishing of the fingernails, and removing of cuticles, performed by a manicurist.

   [Men] who had taken good care of their hands by wearing gloves and availing themselves of the services of a manicure. Pop. Sci. Monthly.

Definitions

1. (Metaph.) to trim carefully and meticulously, as to manicure a lawn.