Grooming

Pronunciation: /ˈɡruːmɪŋ/

Definitions of grooming

noun the act of cleaning and maintaining one's appearance, especially hair and skin

Example Sentences

A1 I enjoy grooming my pet cat.

A2 Basic grooming skills are important for personal hygiene.

B1 Regular grooming can help prevent tangles and mats in your dog's fur.

B2 Professional grooming services are available for dogs with special needs.

C1 Grooming is an essential part of maintaining a horse's health and appearance.

C2 The groomer at the salon is known for his expertise in grooming all types of dogs.

Examples of grooming in a Sentence

formal Proper grooming is essential for maintaining a professional appearance in the workplace.

informal I always feel more confident after grooming myself properly.

slang Some people think grooming is just for show, but it's actually important for hygiene.

figurative Grooming a garden involves careful attention to detail, just like grooming oneself.

Grammatical Forms of grooming

• past tense: groomed
• plural: groomings
• comparative: more grooming
• superlative: most grooming
• present tense: grooms
• future tense: will groom
• perfect tense: has groomed
• continuous tense: is grooming
• singular: grooming
• positive degree: groom
• infinitive: to groom
• gerund: grooming
• participle: groomed

Origin and Evolution of grooming

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'grooming' originated from the Old English word 'grom', which meant boy or servant.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'grooming' expanded to include the act of caring for and cleaning oneself or others, as well as preparing someone for a specific role or task.