“groom”

Definitions

• noun

  a man participant in his own marriage ceremony

  Synonyms: bridegroom, adapt, apprentice, bed, break, breaker, breed, breeder, bride, bridle, brief, broncobuster

• noun

  someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses

  Synonyms: hostler, ostler

• noun

  a man who has recently been married

  Synonyms: bridegroom

• verb

  educate for a future role or function

  Synonyms: prepare, train

  • Example:“He is grooming his son to become his successor.”
  • Example:“The prince was prepared to become King one day.”

• verb

  give a neat appearance to

  Synonyms: dress, curry

  • Example:“groom the dogs”
  • Example:“dress the horses”

• verb

  care for one's external appearance

  Synonyms: neaten

  • Example:“He is always well-groomed.”