groom
groom
verb
To prepare a child for sexual abuse by building trust.
"The predator groomed the child online."
verb
To prepare or train someone for a specific future role.
"They groomed her for the top job."
verb
To make oneself neat and tidy, especially one's appearance.
"He spent ages grooming himself."
noun
A man on his wedding day, or recently married.
"The groom waited nervously for his bride."
verb
To clean, brush, and care for an animal's coat.
"She grooms her dog daily."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: ostler, hostler, train, prepare, bridegroom, dress, curry, neaten