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comb

comb

 
pronunciation:
kom
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a thin piece of plastic or other material that has teeth along one side. It is used to smooth, arrange, or hold hair in place.
 
definition 2: any tool that is used as a comb.
definition 3: the fleshy crest on the head of chickens and other birds. It is easiest to notice on male birds, such as roosters.
 
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: combs, combing, combed
definition 1: to remove the knots from, arrange, or smooth with a comb.
My mother combs my hair every morning.
definition 2: to search thoroughly.
I combed the room for my lost homework.
similar words:
rummage
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