Groomer: meaning, definitions and examples
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groomer
[ ˈɡruː.mər ]
animal care
A groomer is a professional who provides grooming services to pets, primarily dogs and cats. These services often include bathing, hair cutting, nail trimming, and overall hygiene care. Groomers are skilled in handling various breeds and temperaments, ensuring the animal's comfort and safety during the grooming process. Their work contributes significantly to the pet's health and well-being while also improving the pet's appearance.
Synonyms
animal groomer, pet beautician, pet stylist.
Examples of usage
- The groomer made my dog look so fresh and clean.
- Many pet owners take their cats to a groomer to prevent matting.
- A good groomer knows how to make pets feel comfortable.
- The groomer's salon was busy with clients all day.
Translations
Translations of the word "groomer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tratador
🇮🇳 कुत्ता नहलाने वाला
🇩🇪 Tierpfleger
🇮🇩 perawat hewan
🇺🇦 перукар для тварин
🇵🇱 groomer
🇯🇵 グルーマー
🇫🇷 toiletteur
🇪🇸 peluquero de mascotas
🇹🇷 köpek bakıcısı
🇰🇷 그루머
🇸🇦 مربي الحيوانات
🇨🇿 pečovatel o zvířata
🇸🇰 chovateľ
🇨🇳 美容师
🇸🇮 frizer za živali
🇮🇸 dýrasnyrti
🇰🇿 жануарларды күту
🇬🇪 ცხოველების მოვლა
🇦🇿 heyvan qulluqçusu
🇲🇽 peluquero de mascotas
Etymology
The term 'groomer' has its roots in the word 'groom', which in English denotes someone who takes care of another's clothing or appearance. The origin of 'groom' can be traced back to the Middle English word 'grome', meaning a boy or lad, and further to the Old English 'grom', which means 'a male servant'. Over time, the concept evolved to refer to individuals who care for animals, taking on roles that involve cleaning and maintaining their appearance. The rise of domesticated pets and the need for specialized care in the 19th century led to the professionalization of grooming. As the pet industry grew, so did the recognition of the groomer's role, transforming it from a task typically performed by pet owners into a profession with dedicated services and training. Today, groomers are essential in maintaining pet hygiene, health, and aesthetics.