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Masseuse: meaning, definitions and examples

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masseuse

 

[ ˌmæˈsəːz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

professional

A masseuse is a person, typically a woman, who provides massage therapy professionally.

Synonyms

bodyworker, massage therapist, masseur

Examples of usage

  • She booked an appointment with a masseuse to help relieve her back pain.
  • The masseuse used essential oils during the massage session.
Context #2 | Noun

gender

In some contexts, the term 'masseuse' is used to specifically refer to a female massage therapist.

Synonyms

female massage therapist, woman masseur

Examples of usage

  • The spa only employs female masseuses for their services.
  • She preferred a female masseuse for her relaxation massage.

Translations

Translations of the word "masseuse" in other languages:

🇵🇹 massagista

🇮🇳 मालिश करने वाली महिला

🇩🇪 Masseurin

🇮🇩 pijat wanita

🇺🇦 масажистка

🇵🇱 masażystka

🇯🇵 マッサージ師

🇫🇷 masseuse

🇪🇸 masajista

🇹🇷 masöz

🇰🇷 마사지사

🇸🇦 مدلكة

🇨🇿 masérka

🇸🇰 masérka

🇨🇳 女按摩师

🇸🇮 maserka

🇮🇸 nuddari

🇰🇿 массажистка

🇬🇪 მასაჟისტი

🇦🇿 masajçı

🇲🇽 masajista

Word origin

The term 'masseuse' originated in France in the late 19th century and is derived from the French verb 'masser' which means 'to massage'. It was initially used to describe a female massage therapist. Over time, the term has become more gender-neutral, with 'masseur' being used to describe male massage therapists. The profession of a masseuse has evolved to include various techniques and practices aimed at promoting relaxation and well-being.

See also: amass, mass, massacre, massage, masses, masseur, massive.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,671, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.