Overcomb

verb

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Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To comb too much. transitive

    "Do not overcomb the hair; comb it only enough to keep it smooth and well groomed."

Example

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"Do not overcomb the hair; comb it only enough to keep it smooth and well groomed."

Etymology

From over- + comb.

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