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safety razor

American  

noun

  1. a razor with a guard to prevent the blade from cutting the skin.

safety razor British  

noun

  1. a razor with a guard or guards fitted close to the cutting edge or edges so that deep cuts are prevented and the risk of accidental cuts reduced

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Etymology

Origin of safety razor

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

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Use washable cotton pads instead of single-use cotton balls, a safety razor instead of disposable ones, and a bamboo toothbrush.

From National Geographic

And she swapped out plastic razors for safety razors.

From Washington Post

Search, “How to shave with a safety razor.”

From Washington Post

I use a metal safety razor for shaving.

From The Guardian

Instead, opt for a rose gold safety razor.

From Los Angeles Times

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