What does GROOM mean?

Parts of Speech

Groom is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, groom means to clean and tidy up, especially an animal or oneself. As a noun, groom refers to a man who is getting married or someone who takes care of horses.

Pronunciations

US: /ɡruːm/

UK: /ɡruːm/

Origin and Usage

The word groom comes from the Old English word "guma," which means "man." It has been used since the 14th century to refer to someone who takes care of horses. The meaning of groom as a man getting married dates back to the 16th century. In modern usage, groom is commonly used to refer to the male partner in a wedding ceremony.

Synonyms

As a verb, groom can be synonymous with clean, brush, tidy, or spruce up. As a noun, groom can be synonymous with bridegroom, husband-to-be, or caretaker.

Related Words

bride, broom, roomy, moron, croon

Example Sentences

As a verb:

• She spent hours grooming her horse before the competition.
• He always takes the time to groom himself properly before a date.

As a noun:

• The groom looked nervous but excited as he waited at the altar.
• He works as a groom at the stables, taking care of the horses.