shaving

noun

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

Examples of shaving in a Sentence

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Dishes play off of each other in delightful ways, like the translucent half-moon of shrimp carpaccio, topped with shavings of sea bream bottarga and dancing in a bergamot and almond oil dressing. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2025 On top of a reusable razor and a cute stand, this set comes with a gel for dry shaving and five replacement blades, ensuring many smooth shaves to come. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Jan. 2025 Other small details included Dylan’s inconsistent shaving, dark shadows under his eyes and his longer and at times dirty fingernails. Julie Jordan, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024 With the dog sedated, the team went to work, shaving pounds of excess fur from her body. Angel Saunders, People.com, 14 Jan. 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 16 Feb. 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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