noun
combing
Combing (noun) means the act of running a comb through hair, fur, or fiber to untangle or arrange it. Example: “Daily combing keeps a long-haired cat's coat from matting.”
noun
1
The act of running a comb through hair, fur, or fiber to untangle or arrange it.
"Daily combing keeps a long-haired cat's coat from matting."
2
Loose hairs removed when combing.
"She saved the combings to donate to a wig-making charity."
How to use combing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of combing, or the loose hair it produces.
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What does “combing” mean?
The word “combing” means the act of running a comb through hair, fur, or fiber to untangle or arrange it. In plain terms, the action of combing, or the loose hair it produces.
How do you use “combing” in a sentence?
Here is “combing” used in a sentence: “Daily combing keeps a long-haired cat's coat from matting.”
What part of speech is “combing”?
“Combing” is a noun.
How many meanings does “combing” have?
“Combing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of running a comb through hair, fur, or fiber to untangle or arrange it.
