Toothcomb
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtuːθkəʊm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Toothcomb is a noun meaning (figurative) To search (something) thoroughly.
Meaning
(figurative) To search (something) thoroughly.
More Meanings
- (British, chiefly figurative, sometimes proscribed) A comb with finely spaced teeth, chiefly as a metaphorical means of making a thorough search.
- (zoology) A comb-like dental structure found in the lower jaws of certain primates consisting of long, flat front teeth with microscopic grooves, which are used for grooming fur.
- (rare) To use a toothcomb on (something).
Example Sentences
The police went through all his possessions with a toothcomb.
Ah, Sir, you needn't look. I never had nothing in my head since I was born, and I always use the toothcomb.
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Mr. John Oxley Parker exhibited the following miscellaneous objects found at Othona (Bradwell-juxta-Mare), [...] two pieces of Roman tooth combs, [...]
Word Forms
- toothcombs
- tooth comb
- tooth-comb
- toothcombing
- toothcombed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tooth-comb, combing, combings, flisk, thatch-rake, stadda.
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