groom

A man who is about to marry.

A person who looks after horses.

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

“the groom of the chamber; the groom of the stole”

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

“Give the mare a quick groom before you take her out.”

A man participant in his own marriage ceremonyperson

Someone employed in a stable to take care of the horsesperson

A man who has recently been marriedperson

To attend to one's appearance and clothing.

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

To prepare (someone) for an event

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.

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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”

Give a neat appearance tobody

“groom the dogs”

“dress the horses”

Care for one's external appearancebody

“He is always well-groomed”