Comb: meaning, definitions and examples

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comb

[ kəʊm ]

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hair

A person's hair that is combed to create a neat or styled appearance.

Synonyms

brush, groom

Examples of usage

She brushed her long comb of hair before going out.
He always keeps his short hair in a perfect comb.

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tool

A toothed device used for untangling or arranging hair.

Synonyms

hairbrush, pick

Examples of usage

She used a fine-toothed comb to detangle her hair.
He carries a pocket comb with him at all times.

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hair

To use a comb to untangle or arrange hair.

Synonyms

brush, groom

Examples of usage

She combed her hair before the party.
He combs his beard every morning.

Translations

Translations of the word "comb" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pente

🇮🇳 कंघी (kanghi)

🇩🇪 Kamm

🇮🇩 sisir

🇺🇦 гребінь

гребінець
щітка

🇵🇱 grzebień

🇯🇵 櫛 (kushi)

🇫🇷 peigne

🇪🇸 peine

🇹🇷 tarak

🇰🇷 빗 (bit)

🇸🇦 مشط (musht)

🇨🇿 hřeben

🇸🇰 hrebeň

🇨🇳 梳子 (shūzi)

🇸🇮 glavnik

🇮🇸 kambur

🇰🇿 тарақ

🇬🇪 სავარცხელი (savarcxeli)

🇦🇿 daraq

🇲🇽 peine

Word origin

The word 'comb' originated from the Old English word 'camb', which is of Germanic origin. It has been used in the English language for centuries, evolving from a simple tool for arranging hair to a symbol of grooming and neatness. Combs have been found in archaeological sites dating back thousands of years, showing their importance in human culture and personal care.