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 brand’s Smoothing Solution doubles as an ingrown hair treatment, visibly soothing razor bumps and razor burn. Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025 Detroit took Game 1 in extra innings, so the margin is razor thin for this series. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025 But the margin for error for playoff contention is razor thin, especially in a conference that won’t get the benefit of the doubt like the SEC or Big Ten. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2025 Razors and Blades Give your reusable razors a second life by removing buildup and gunk from the blades and housing. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 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 17 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

razor

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

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