manicurist

noun

man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈma-nə-ˌkyu̇r-ist How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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Celebrity manicurist and Kiss Nails and ImPress Beauty brand ambassador Gina Edwards predicts more preppy nail designs will trend next year, especially those already viral plaid and argyle prints. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2025 Celebrity manicurists Saccia Livingston and Brittany Boyce cosign the look, adding that, unlike more involved nail designs like tortoiseshell and plaid, this one is surprisingly easy to DIY. Taylor Augustin Littlejohn, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025 The trend began to go viral earlier this fall thanks to celebrity manicurist Zola Ganzorigt, the nail artist responsible for the most iconic looks of stars like Hailey Bieber, Kylie Jenner, and Jennie Kim. Andrea Carbajal, Glamour, 17 Nov. 2025 Martin and her staff of estheticians, hair stylists and a manicurist are celebrating 50 years in business this month. Amy Stark Shireman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manicurist

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First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of manicurist was in 1889

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“Manicurist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manicurist. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.

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manicurist

noun
man·​i·​cur·​ist ˈman-ə-ˌkyu̇r-əst How to pronounce manicurist (audio)
: a person who gives manicures

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