shaving

[ˈʃeɪvɪŋ]

shaving Definition

  • 1the act of removing hair from the body, especially a man's face, using a razor or shaver
  • 2a thin slice or sliver cut off from something

Using shaving: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shaving" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was in the bathroom shaving when the phone rang.

  • Example

    I need to buy a new shaving cream.

  • Example

    She found a shaving of wood on the floor.

  • Example

    He took a shaving off the block of cheese.

shaving Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for shaving

Phrases with shaving

  • a method of shaving that involves applying shaving cream or soap to the face before shaving with a razor

    Example

    He prefers wet shaving over dry shaving.

  • a narrow escape from danger or failure

    Example

    That was a close shave! I almost missed my flight.

  • a substance applied to the face or body before shaving to make the skin slippery and reduce irritation

    Example

    He ran out of shaving cream and had to use soap instead.

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Summary: shaving in Brief

'Shaving' [ˈʃeɪvɪŋ] refers to the act of removing hair from the body, usually with a razor. It can also mean a thin slice or sliver cut off from something. Examples include 'He was in the bathroom shaving when the phone rang,' and 'He took a shaving off the block of cheese.' Phrases include 'wet shaving,' a method of shaving with cream or soap, and 'close shave,' meaning a narrow escape from danger or failure.

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