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Opposite of comb
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• verb (Context 1)
To untangle, arrange, or smooth hair or fur by drawing a toothed implement through it.
Usage Example
"The mother gently combed her daughter's hair before braiding it for school."
Strong
tangle
tousle
• verb (Context 2)
To search a place or area thoroughly and systematically in order to find something or someone.
Usage Example
"The search party combed the dense forest for any signs of the missing hiker."
Strong
ignore
Weak
overlook
Similar words to comb
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to comb vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
cockscomb
honeycomb
scour
search
untangle
card
crest
brush
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Comb. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/comb