groom /ɡruːm/ CET6+ TEM4 ( grooming, groomed, grooms )

• 1. 

  N-COUNT A groom is the same as a . 新郎

  例：

  ...the bride and groom.

  …新娘和新郎。

• 2. 

  N-COUNT A groom is someone whose job is to look after the horses in a stable and to keep them clean. 马夫

• 3. 

  V-T If you groom an animal, you clean its fur, usually by brushing it. 给 (动物) 梳毛刷洗

  例：

  The horses were exercised and groomed with special care.

  这些马受到特殊的训练和照料。

• 4. 

  V-T If you are groomed for a special job, someone prepares you for it by teaching you the skills you will need. 培训 [usu passive]

  例：

  George was already being groomed for the top job.

  乔治已经为担任该要职接受培训。