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SHAVING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Shaving.

Shaving - as a noun

The act of removing hair with a razor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shave11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
depilation13epilation11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paring9sliver9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fragment14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of brushing against while passing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grazing18skimming17

Shaving - as a verb

To make bald or shorter by using a tool such as a razor or pair of electric clippers to cut the hair close to the skin.

To cut anything in this fashion.

Example: "The labourer with the bending scythe is seen / shaving the surface of the waving green."

To remove hair from one's face by this means.

Example: "I had little time to shave this morning."

To cut finely, as with slices of meat.

To skim along or near the surface of; to pass close to, or touch lightly, in passing.

To reduce in size or weight.

To be hard and severe in a bargain with; to practice extortion on; to cheat.

To buy (a note) at a discount greater than the legal rate of interest, or to deduct in discounting it more than the legal rate allows.

Example Sentences

"I cut myself while shaving this morning."
"He prefers using an electric razor for shaving."
"She applied shaving cream to her legs before using a razor."
"The barber offered a hot towel and a close shave during the shaving service."
"I forgot to buy more shaving foam from the store."
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Word Game Points

Is SHAVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shaving is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHAVING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SHAVING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shaving is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHAVING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SHAVING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shaving is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHAVING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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