shaver
Americannoun
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a person or thing that shaves.
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an electric razor.
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Informal. a small boy; youngster.
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a fellow.
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a person who makes close bargains or is extortionate.
noun
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a person or thing that shaves
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Also called: electric razor. electric shaver. an electrically powered implement for shaving, having reciprocating or rotating blades behind a fine metal comb or pierced foil
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informal a youngster, esp a young boy
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obsolete a person who makes hard or extortionate bargains
Etymology
Origin of shaver
1375–1425; late Middle English; see shave, -er 1; compare chip off the old block
Example Sentences
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He died a week ago for want of $500 to make a $5,000 bond, held as a recidivist for allegedly shoplifting a $24 pair of pants and a $20 electric shaver from Walmart in July.
From Slate • Aug. 24, 2023
After watching someone tinker with an electric shaver, for instance, the A.I. must explain why the shaver did not turn on.
From New York Times • Jan. 20, 2023
Although they don’t give as close of a shave, “using an electric shaver is ideal if you want a clean-shaven appearance rather than a baby-smooth face,” he says.
From Washington Post • Jan. 3, 2023
Fabric care: Static guard, leather spray, lint rollers, fabric shaver for sweaters, sewing kits.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2022
My eyes fell on Dad's electric shaver box.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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