Masseur: meaning, definitions and examples
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masseur
[ məˈsəːr ]
professional
A masseur is a person, usually a man, who gives massages professionally.
Synonyms
massage therapist, masseuse, masseuse
Examples of usage
- He booked an appointment with a masseur to help relieve his muscle tension.
- The masseur used various techniques to relax the client's body.
informal
A male massage therapist who provides physical relief through massage.
Synonyms
massage therapist, masseuse, physical therapist
Examples of usage
- The hotel spa has a skilled masseur who specializes in deep tissue massages.
- She prefers getting a massage from a masseur rather than a masseuse.
Translations
Translations of the word "masseur" in other languages:
🇵🇹 massagista
🇮🇳 मालिश करने वाला
🇩🇪 Masseur
🇮🇩 pijat
🇺🇦 масажист
🇵🇱 masażysta
🇯🇵 マッサージ師 (マッサージし)
🇫🇷 masseur
🇪🇸 masajista
🇹🇷 masöz
🇰🇷 마사지사
🇸🇦 مدلك
🇨🇿 masér
🇸🇰 masér
🇨🇳 按摩师 (ànmó shī)
🇸🇮 maser
🇮🇸 nuddari
🇰🇿 массажист
🇬🇪 მასაჟისტი
🇦🇿 masajçı
🇲🇽 masajista
Word origin
The word 'masseur' originated from French in the late 19th century, derived from the verb 'masser' meaning 'to massage'. The term became popular in English as a professional title for a male massage therapist offering massages for relaxation and therapeutic purposes.
See also: amass, mass, massacre, massage, masses, masseuse, massive.