shaver
13 synonyms and 0 antonyms for shaver, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tool, especially an electric razor, used to remove hair.
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How to use shaver
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Etymology
From Middle English schaver, "one who shaves," from shave plus -er.
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What does “shaver” mean?
The word “shaver” means a tool, especially an electric razor, used to remove hair. In plain terms, usually an electric razor; in old-fashioned informal speech, a young boy.
How do you pronounce “shaver”?
“Shaver” is pronounced SHAY-vuh (/ˈʃeɪvɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shaver” in a sentence?
Here is “shaver” used in a sentence: “He packed his electric shaver for the trip.”
What part of speech is “shaver”?
“Shaver” is a noun.
Where does the word “shaver” come from?
The word “shaver” comes from Middle English. From Middle English schaver, "one who shaves," from shave plus -er.
How many meanings does “shaver” have?
“Shaver” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tool, especially an electric razor, used to remove hair.