groom

B1
Pronunciation
/ɡɹuːm/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A man who is about to marry.

Synonyms
bridegroom
2 Definition

A person who cares for horses.

3 Definition

One of several officers of the English royal household, chiefly in the lord chamberlain's department.

Example Sentences
  • the groom of the chamber; the groom of the stole
4 Definition

A brushing or cleaning, as of a dog or horse.

Example Sentences
  • Give the mare a quick groom before you take her out.
Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To attend to one's appearance and clothing.

2 Definition

To care for (horses or other animals) by brushing and cleaning them.

3 Definition

To prepare (someone) for election or appointment.

4 Definition

To prepare (a ski slope) for skiers by packing down the snow.

5 Definition

To attempt to gain the trust of (somebody, especially a minor) with the intention of subjecting them to abusive or exploitative behaviour such as sexual abuse or human trafficking.

6 Definition

In agile software development, to review and prioritize the items in the development backlog.