Fine-tooth Comb (Noun)
Meaning 1
A comb with teeth set close together.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A method of examining in minute detail; "he went over the contract with a fine-tooth comb looking for loopholes".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The editors went over the manuscript with a fine-tooth comb to catch any spelling or grammar errors before publication.
- The quality control team examined the new product with a fine-tooth comb to identify any defects or design flaws.
- The forensic scientists searched the crime scene with a fine-tooth comb for any physical evidence that could be used to solve the case.
- She went over her taxes with a fine-tooth comb to make sure she wasn't missing any deductions or credits.
- The detective went over the witness statements with a fine-tooth comb to find any inconsistencies in their accounts.