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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Skateboards, Rollerblades, scooters, razors or shoes with wheels. Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025 Toiletries Similar to bulk pantry goods, clear bins are ideal for storing excess toiletries, like extra bars of soap, razors, or toothbrushes. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025 The killer slit Catherine's throat with a razor so severely that her head was nearly severed before striking them both with an axe, per the Times-Picayune. Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025 After last year’s win, the head coach broke out the shaving cream and razor. Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025 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 8 Nov. 2025.

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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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