grooming

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: groom-ing (2)

English Definition

The practice of brushing and cleaning the coat of a horse, dog, or other animal, or keeping oneself neat and tidy.

Example Sentence

She spends a lot of time on her dog's grooming.

US IPA /ˈɡruːmɪŋ/
UK IPA /ˈɡruːmɪŋ/