combwise

English

Etymology

From comb +‎ -wise.

Adverb

combwise (not comparable)

1. In the manner of a comb; with a scraping motion intended to straighten.
   • 1905, Edgar Jepson, Lady Noggs, peeress:

     "Well, we have disposed of them, at any rate, which is always something gained," said the Prime Minister, passing his fingers combwise through his beard...