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combed

The correct spelling is combed.

How to pronounce combed

verb

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The correct spelling is combed. (especially of hair or fur) To groom with a toothed implement; chiefly with a comb. For example: "I need to comb my hair before we leave the house"

Usage Examples

I need to comb my hair before we leave the house

Police combed the field for evidence after the assault

combed hair

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(especially of hair or fur) To groom with a toothed implement; chiefly with a comb.
  2. 2.To separate choice cotton fibers from worsted cloth fibers.
  3. 3.To search thoroughly as if raking over an area with a comb.
  4. 4.To roll over, as the top or crest of a wave; to break with a white foam, as waves.

adjective

  1. 1.Arranged or groomed with a comb
  2. 2.Having a comb or crest

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