Meaning of the word groomed in English

What does groomed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

groomed

US /ɡruːmd/

UK /ɡruːmd/

having a neat and tidy appearance

Example:

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He always looks impeccably groomed.

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The dog was freshly bathed and beautifully groomed.

Synonym:

well-groomed neat tidy smart dapper

(of a person) prepared or trained for a particular purpose or position

Example:

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She was being groomed for a leadership role.

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The young athlete was groomed for success from an early age.

Synonym:

trained prepared coached schooled mentored

past tense and past participle of groom

Example:

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She groomed her horse before the competition.

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The company groomed him for a senior management position.

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groom grooming well-groomed