What does COMBS mean?

Combs

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

1. A toothed tool used for untangling or arranging hair.
2. To search through or examine thoroughly.

Pronunciations:

• US: /koʊmz/
• UK: /kəʊmz/

Origin and Usage: The word "combs" originated from the Old English word "camb," which means "comb of a cock." The word has been used since the 14th century and has been used to describe both the tool used for untangling hair and the act of searching through something thoroughly. "Combs" is commonly used in everyday language and is an essential tool for hair grooming and styling.

Synonyms:

• Tool: hairbrush, pick, rake
• Action: search, sift, scrutinize

Related Words:

• Clomb
• Tombs
• Bombs
• Wombs
• Plumb

Example Sentences:

• She used a comb to untangle her hair.
• He combed through the documents looking for evidence.