Razors: meaning, definitions and examples

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razors

 

[ ˈreɪzərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

shaving

A razor is a sharp tool used for shaving hair from the face or body. Razors can be manual or electric, with blades that need to be replaced regularly to maintain their sharpness. Using a razor requires careful precision to avoid cuts or nicks.

Synonyms

blade, shaver, shaving tool

Examples of usage

  • I need to buy new razor blades for my shaving razor.
  • She carefully shaved her legs with a sharp razor.
  • He prefers using an electric razor for a quicker shave.
Context #2 | Noun

barber shop

In a barber shop, razors are often used for precise and close shaving, especially for beard trims and detailed haircuts. Professional barbers are skilled in using razors safely and effectively to achieve clean and sharp lines.

Synonyms

barber razor, cut-throat razor, shaving blade

Examples of usage

  • The barber used a straight razor to give the customer a classic shave.
  • Barbers often use a razor to clean up the edges of a haircut.
  • Razors are essential tools in a traditional barber shop.

Translations

Translations of the word "razors" in other languages:

🇵🇹 navalhas

🇮🇳 रेज़र

🇩🇪 Rasiermesser

🇮🇩 pisau cukur

🇺🇦 бритви

🇵🇱 brzytwy

🇯🇵 かみそり

🇫🇷 rasoirs

🇪🇸 navajas

🇹🇷 jiletler

🇰🇷 면도기

🇸🇦 شفرات الحلاقة

🇨🇿 břitvy

🇸🇰 žiletky

🇨🇳 剃刀

🇸🇮 britve

🇮🇸 rakvél

🇰🇿 қырыну ұстаралары

🇬🇪 სამკბილები

🇦🇿 ülgüclər

🇲🇽 navajas

Word origin

The word 'razor' has its origins in the Old French word 'razeor', which in turn comes from the Latin word 'rasorium', meaning 'a scraping tool'. Razors have been used for shaving purposes since ancient times, with various designs and materials evolving over the centuries to create the razors we use today.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,305, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.