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   grooming

   /ˈɡruːmɪŋ/

   noun

   • 1. the practice of brushing and cleaning the coat of a horse, dog, or other animal: "regular grooming is essential to the well-being of your dog"
   • ▪ the practice by an animal of cleaning its own or another animal's fur or skin: "mutual grooming expresses the friendly relationship between cats"
   • ▪ the practice of keeping a neat and tidy appearance: "she pays great attention to grooming and clothes"
   • 2. the action by a paedophile of preparing a child for a meeting, especially via an internet chat room, with the intention of committing a sexual offence: "online grooming has become a growing cause for concern"

   Scrabble Points: 12

   • G

     2

   • R

     1

   • O

     1

   • O

     1

   • M

     3

   • I

     1

   • N

     1

   • G

     2

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