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GROOMING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Grooming.

Grooming - as a noun

The activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dressing10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
covering14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grooming - as a verb

To attend to one's appearance and clothing.

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

To prepare (someone) for election or appointment.

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

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.

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

Example Sentences

"She spent hours at the salon getting her hair grooming for the wedding."
"Dog grooming is an essential part of pet care."
"The horse's grooming was impeccable; its coat gleamed in the sunlight."
"Personal grooming is important to maintain a professional appearance."
"The suspect was arrested for child grooming."
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Word Game Points

Is GROOMING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, grooming is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GROOMING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is GROOMING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, grooming is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GROOMING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is GROOMING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, grooming is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GROOMING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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