Comb meaning in English
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Definition
to comb: to tidy your hair using a very fine brush; to search a place very carefully
After I brush my teeth, I comb my hair. I like to look neat and tidy.
The astronauts combed the planet for signs of life. They looked absolutely everywhere.
a comb: a flat device like a brush with narrow pointed teeth on one edge for tidying hair
a fine-toothed comb a method of examining in minute detail; a precise brush
Pronunciation examples
UK: The astronauts combed the planet for signs of life.
US: After I brush my teeth, I comb my hair.
Examples
- "Philip combs his hair."
Exercise 1
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
This is the only choice which is not true. Even though Delavigne and Warbuckle will have a drink together, this is not their reason for meeting. They are meeting to discuss business and later they will have a drink to celebrate a new business agreement over some cold Scotch and peanuts. The drink is a future event, not one that has already happened.
This is a true statement. The text tells us that "Philip combs his hair" which implies that he cares profoundly about his appearance.
This is a true statement. In the text, we read "Susie calls her date", which means she has an appointment or meeting later.
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