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Grooms Meaning in English

word · lemma: groom

ˈɡɹumz
GROOMZ
ɡɹˈuːmz
GROOMZ

Definition

Plural of 'groom' (the man getting married), or the third person singular/present of 'to groom' meaning to clean or care for an animal's fur, hair, or body.

Usage & Nuances

'Grooms' is both the plural for 'groom' (wedding context) and a verb form meaning 'he/she/it cleans/carefully prepares (an animal)'. Not interchangeable with 'bridegrooms' (less common). Common with animals: 'grooms the dog', and in wedding settings: 'the grooms and brides'. Don't confuse with 'groom' as in 'prepare/coach someone for something', a less common meaning.

Example Sentences

There are two grooms at the wedding today.

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She grooms her cat every morning.

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The dog grooms itself after eating.

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Both grooms wore blue suits at their ceremony.

natural

My sister grooms dogs for a living.

natural

He patiently grooms his horse after every ride.

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