Definitions:

1. A small handheld tool used to gently grind down and shape the edges of nails, often used in manicure and pedicure procedures after the nail has been trimmed using appropriate nail clippers. NOUN
   • The manicurist carefully used a nailfile to shape her client's nails.
2. A small, flat tool used to shape and smooth the edges of fingernails and toenails, commonly made from materials like metal, emery board, or glass, that has a rough surface that helps to filedown the nails to the desired shape. NOUN
   • A good nailfile is essential for shaping nails after trimming them.

Synonyms:

• emery boad
• nail buffer
• nail shaper