groom

nouns

a man participant in his own marriage ceremony

bridegroom, groom

someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses

groom, hostler, ostler, stableboy, stableman

a man who has recently been married

bridegroom, groom

educate for a future role or function

"He is grooming his son to become his successor"; "The prince was prepared to become King one day"; "They trained him to be a warrior"

groom, prepare, train

is derived from

give a neat appearance to

"groom the dogs"; "dress the horses"

curry, dress, groom

care for one's external appearance

"He is always well-groomed"

groom, neaten

is derived from