beautician
|beau-ti-cian|
B2
/bjuːˈtɪʃən/
beauty specialist
Etymology
Etymology Information
'beautician' originates from the English word 'beauty,' combined with the suffix '-ician,' which denotes a specialist in a particular field.
Historical Evolution
'beauty' changed from the Old French word 'beaute' and eventually became the modern English word 'beauty.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who enhances beauty,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person trained to provide beauty treatments, such as hair styling, manicures, and facials.
She works as a beautician at a local salon.
Synonyms
cosmetologistesthetician
Last updated: 2025/05/30 01:27