Meaning of 'groom'

noun

a man who has recently been married

Synonyms: bridegroom

noun

a man participant in his own marriage ceremony

Synonyms: bridegroom

noun

someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses

Synonyms: stableman stableboy hostler ostler

verb

care for one's external appearance

Example: "I am always well-groomed."

Synonyms: neaten

verb

give a neat appearance to

Example: "groom the dogs"

Synonyms: dress

verb

educate for a future role or function

Example: "I am grooming my son to become my successor."

Synonyms: train