fine-tooth comb

fine–tooth comb

noun \ˈfīn-ˌtüth-\

Definition of FINE-TOOTH COMB

1

: a comb with close-set teeth used especially for clearing parasites or foreign matter from the hair

2

: an attitude or system of thorough searching or scrutinizing <went over the report with a fine-tooth comb>

First Known Use of FINE-TOOTH COMB

1836

Rhymes with FINE-TOOTH COMB

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