Shavers: meaning, definitions and examples

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shavers

 

[ ˈʃeɪvərz ]

Context #1

personal grooming

Devices used for cutting hair close to the skin, typically used for shaving facial hair.

Synonyms

clippers, razors, trimmers

Examples of usage

  • Electric shavers are convenient for quick shaving.
  • Some shavers come with multiple blades for a closer shave.
  • I prefer disposable shavers for traveling.
Context #2

electronics

A small electronic device used for removing unwanted hair by cutting it close to the skin.

Synonyms

electric razors, hair trimmers

Examples of usage

  • This shaver has a rechargeable battery for cordless use.
  • Some shavers have adjustable settings for different hair lengths.

Translations

Translations of the word "shavers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aparelhos de barbear

🇮🇳 शेविंग मशीनें

🇩🇪 Rasierer

🇮🇩 alat cukur

🇺🇦 бритви

🇵🇱 maszynki do golenia

🇯🇵 シェーバー

🇫🇷 rasoirs

🇪🇸 afeitadoras

🇹🇷 tıraş makineleri

🇰🇷 면도기

🇸🇦 آلات الحلاقة

🇨🇿 holicí strojky

🇸🇰 holiace strojčeky

🇨🇳 剃须刀

🇸🇮 brivniki

🇮🇸 rakvélar

🇰🇿 қырыну машиналары

🇬🇪 საპარსები

🇦🇿 üz qırxanlar

🇲🇽 rasuradoras

Word origin

The word 'shavers' is a plural form of the word 'shaver', which originated in the 18th century. It is derived from the verb 'shave', which has Old English and Germanic roots. Shavers have been used for personal grooming throughout history, with advancements in technology leading to the development of electric shavers in the 20th century.

See also: shaver, shaving, shavings.