Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

comb-out

phrasal verb
/koʊm aʊt/
Definition
A process of removing tangles, knots, or excess hair using a comb.
Examples
  • After washing her hair, she decided to comb-out the tangles for a smooth finish.
  • The stylist recommended a comb-out to achieve a sleek look for the event.
Meaning
To carefully disentangle hair or fibers by brushing through them with a comb.
Synonyms
  • detangle
  • smooth out
  • unravel