razor

noun

ra·​zor ˈrā-zər How to pronounce razor (audio)
: a keen-edged cutting instrument for shaving or cutting hair

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The arch of Mackenzie Blackwood’s eyebrow was as sharp and sure as the razor in his hand. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026 Muhle, the German maker of fine shaving goods, won a Red Dot Design Award a few years ago for this six-sided razor and brush set. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026 Grace balances a razor sharp wit with striking sincerity and absolute cool. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026 Berger had defanged beastly Bay Hill Club & Lodge for two days, with every facet of his game razor sharp. Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for razor

Word History

Etymology

Middle English rasour, from Anglo-French rasur, from raser to raze, shave — more at rase

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of razor was in the 14th century

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“Razor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/razor. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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razor

noun
ra·​zor ˈrā-zər How to pronounce razor (audio)
: a sharp cutting instrument used to shave off hair

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