1. having a neat, clean, and well-cared-for appearance

1. past tense of groom: cleaned and cared for the appearance of a person or animal
2. past tense of groom: prepared someone for a particular role or activity

Examples

• The well-groomed businessman wore a perfectly pressed suit.
• She always looked impeccably groomed for important meetings.
• The horse was carefully groomed before the competition.
• He groomed his beard every morning with special oil.
• The company groomed her for the executive position over several years.
• The coach groomed the young athlete for the Olympics.
• She groomed the dog’s fur until it was silky smooth.