manicure
/ˈmænɪˌkjʊr/
verb
- To give a cosmetic treatment to the hands and fingernails.
- The salon can manicure your nails in about 30 minutes.
- She learned to manicure her own nails to save money.
- He carefully manicured each nail with a fine file.
- To trim or make something look neat and tidy, especially plants or lawns.
- They manicure the golf course greens every morning.
- She manicured the bonsai tree with tiny scissors.
- The gardener manicured the hedges into perfect squares.
Synonyms
noun
- A cosmetic treatment for the hands and fingernails, including cleaning, shaping, and polishing.
- A basic manicure usually includes filing, cuticle care, and a clear coat.
- I need to schedule a manicure because my nails look terrible.
- She treated herself to a manicure before the wedding.