noun
Uncommon
combs
kombz
Combs (noun) means plural of comb: multiple toothed grooming tools, crests, or honeycomb structures. Example: “The barber kept several combs soaking in disinfectant.”
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Plural of comb: multiple toothed grooming tools, crests, or honeycomb structures.
"The barber kept several combs soaking in disinfectant."
How to use combs
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMore than one comb — see comb for the core meanings.
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Etymology
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Rhymes for combs
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What does “combs” mean?
The word “combs” means plural of comb: multiple toothed grooming tools, crests, or honeycomb structures. In plain terms, more than one comb — see comb for the core meanings.
How do you pronounce “combs”?
“Combs” is pronounced kombz (/kɒmbz/ in IPA).
How do you use “combs” in a sentence?
Here is “combs” used in a sentence: “The barber kept several combs soaking in disinfectant.”
What part of speech is “combs”?
“Combs” is a noun.
Is “combs” a common word?
“Combs” is an uncommon word in modern English.
