overcomb

English

Etymology

over- +‎ comb

Verb

overcomb (third-person singular simple present overcombs, present participle overcombing, simple past and past participle overcombed)

1. (transitive) To comb too much.
   • 1976, Mary Milo, Guide to Beauty, page 17:

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