groom (n.)

  1. a man participant in his own marriage ceremony

    [ Syn: bridegroom ]

  2. someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses

    [ Syn: stableman , stableboy , hostler , ostler ]

  3. a man who has recently been married

    [ Syn: bridegroom ]

    groom (v.)

  1. educate for a future role or function; He is grooming his son to become his successor; The prince was prepared to become King one day; They trained him to be a warrior

    [ Syn: prepare , train ]

  2. give a neat appearance to; groom the dogs; dress the horses

    [ Syn: dress , curry ]

  3. care for ones external appearance; He is always well-groomed

    [ Syn: neaten ]

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