shaving

noun

shav·​ing ˈshā-viŋ How to pronounce shaving (audio)
1
: the act of one that shaves
2
: something shaved off
wood shavings

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Shave in the Direction of the Growth Experts recommend shaving in the direction of hair growth, not in the opposite direction. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 14 Mar. 2025 And the omelets are sensational: perfect French omelets with Périgord Truffle and Brie and adorned with more Truffle shavings, Osetra caviar and chives or Maine Lobster and Sauce Américaine. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 The model is the first celebrity to partner with the brand, known for selling handheld, cordless shaving devices that can be used on wet or dry skin. Mikelle Street, WWD, 19 Feb. 2025 Yes, it was designed with men in mind, but remember that shaving instruments (and all skin-care tools, for that matter) have no gender. Annie Blackman, Allure, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shaving

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of shaving was in the 14th century

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“Shaving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shaving. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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shaving

noun
shav·​ing
ˈshā-viŋ
1
: the act of one that shaves
2
: something shaved off
wood shavings

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