groomer

/ˈɡrumər/
noun
  1. A person whose job is to brush, bathe, and care for the coats of pets, especially dogs and cats.
    • The groomer gave the poodle a stylish new haircut.
    • The groomer recommended a special shampoo for the dog's dry skin.
    • She took her cat to the groomer for a nail trim and bath.
  2. A person who trains or prepares someone for a particular role or position.
    • She worked as a groomer of Olympic athletes for over a decade.
    • The company hired a leadership groomer to develop future executives.
    • The veteran actor acted as a groomer for the young talent.
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