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Uncommongroom
The correct spelling is groom.
How to pronounce groom
/ɡɹuːm/
nounIPA: /ɡɹuːm/
Say it like: Groo-m
The correct spelling is groom. A man who is about to marry. For example: "the groom of the chamber; the groom of the stole"
Usage Examples
“the groom of the chamber; the groom of the stole”
“Give the mare a quick groom before you take her out.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A man who is about to marry.
- 2.A person who cares for horses.
- 3.One of several officers of the English royal household, chiefly in the lord chamberlain's department.
- 4.A brushing or cleaning, as of a dog or horse.
verb
- 1.To attend to one's appearance and clothing.
- 2.To care for (horses or other animals) by brushing and cleaning them.
- 3.To prepare (someone) for election or appointment.
- 4.To prepare (a ski slope) for skiers by packing down the snow.
- 5.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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