Definition of Groom
Groom
groom
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to perform some action to make someone or something appear neat and tidy, such as to clean or brush the fur/skin of an animal;
e.g. He took some time to groom himself by shaving his beard and combing his hair. She began to groom the dog by brushing its fur.
(verb)
to prepare someone for a particular activity or purpose, often by training them;
e.g. Many tutors were hired to groom the prince so that he would be an excellent king.
(noun)
a bridegroom, i.e. a man who is about to be married or has just gotten married;
e.g. The groom wore a well-cut suit.
(noun)
broadly, a person employed as an official/officer in the English royal household, or a person who is employed to feed, maintain, and generally take care of horses;
e.g. A groom brought them a message when they were eating. The horse was led by the groom of the stable.
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