shave
verb (used without object)
to remove a growth of beard with a razor.
have shaven
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present perfectof shave.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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All the priests have shaven heads, and wear a simple robe of cotton, dyed to a bright yellow by the juice of the cutch-tree.
From Burma Peeps at Many Lands by Kelly, R. Talbot (Robert Talbot)
Samson only told the secret, but you have performed the operation; you have shaven your own head, and wantonly thrown away the locks.
From Writings of Thomas Paine — Volume 1 (1774-1779): the American Crisis by Conway, Moncure Daniel
Both figures are heavily bearded, but have shaven lips and chins.
From Myths of Babylonia and Assyria by Mackenzie, Donald Alexander
The only ones amongst the Jews who were allowed to have shaven heads were the poor outcast lepers.
From The King's Cup-Bearer by Walton, O. F., Mrs.
They have shaven heads, and they wear yellow robes.
From Highroads of Geography Introductory Book: Round the World with Father by Anonymous
