Meaning

present participle and gerund of groom.

Definitions by Sense

1. present participle and gerund of groom
2. Care for one's personal appearance, hygiene, and clothing.
3. (biology) The practice of primates picking through the hair of others, looking for insects etc.
4. The act of teaching someone, often for advancement at work.
5. Caring for horses or other animals by brushing and cleaning them.
6. The act of gaining the trust of a child or vulnerable person in order to take advantage of or exploit them, especially sexually.
7. (software engineering) In agile software development, the reviewing and prioritization of items in the development backlog.

Example Sentences

I believe in good grooming.

Word Forms

• groomings

Synonyms for grooming

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When Should You Use Grooming?

Use grooming when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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