shaving

/ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act of removing hair from the skin using a razor or similar tool.
    • She prefers shaving over waxing for her legs.
    • He cut himself while shaving this morning.
    • Shaving takes him about five minutes every day.
  2. A thin piece that has been cut off a surface, especially from wood or metal.
    • He used a metal shaving to fix the broken hinge.
    • The pencil shavings filled the small container quickly.
    • The floor was covered with wood shavings from the carpenter's work.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Related to or used for the process of shaving hair.
    • She bought a new shaving cream with a pleasant scent.
    • The store sells various shaving products for men and women.
    • His shaving kit includes a razor, brush, and soap.
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