razor
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈreɪ.zər//
KK: /ˈreɪzər/
noun
Definition
A tool with a sharp edge used for shaving hair from the face or body.
Example
He used a razor to shave his beard in the morning.
Conversation
I just bought a new razor for shaving.
Oh nice! Is it one of those fancy ones?
Yeah, it has multiple blades and feels really smooth.
Sounds great! I need to upgrade my old razor soon.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shaver
blade
cutter
Antonyms
dull
blunt
safety
transitive verb
Definition
To cut or shave something using a sharp blade, typically a razor.
Example
He razored his beard to achieve a clean look.
Tense Forms
Past: razored
Past Participle: razored
Conversation
Did you see how he razored his beard last night?
Yeah, it looked really sharp and clean!
I might try to razor mine too; it seems easier than trimming.
Root Explanation
Razor → The word 'razor' comes from the Latin 'rasor' (meaning a scraper or shaver), which is derived from 'radere' (meaning to scrape or shave). A razor is a tool used for scraping or shaving hair from the skin.
Memory Tip
Think of 'scraping' ('radere') when you remember that a razor is used to shave or remove hair.
Visually Confused Words
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