fine-tooth

• Décrit un examen ou une recherche très minutieux et détaillé, comme avec un peigne aux dents très fines ; méticuleux, exhaustif.

Describes a very thorough and detailed examination or search, as if using a comb with very fine teeth.

1. Having fine teeth set close togetherB1formal

   Describes a comb or similar tool with very narrow, closely spaced teeth.

   à dents fines

   • She used a fine-tooth comb to remove the tangles from her hair.
   • A fine-tooth saw is ideal for precise woodworking cuts.
   • The artist used a fine-tooth brush for the delicate details.

   Synonymesfine-toothed