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 electric power steering system was razor sharp with quick turn-in. Joel Feder, The Drive, 4 Mar. 2026 Crime-scene investigators bored holes and pulled out a succession of neat plastic packages containing razors, saw blades, handcuff keys, and security bits. James Verini, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026 Eco effort The hotel has bid farewell to single-use plastics and welcomed in new bamboo amenities, including toothbrushes, razors, and combs. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026 The performance is as delicate as a veil, as cutting as a razor’s slash. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 21 Feb. 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 10 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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