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Gillette (name) means a French-derived surname, widely known as a razor and shaving brand founded by King Camp Gillette. Example: “Gillette became famous for its safety razors and blades.”

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A French-derived surname, widely known as a razor and shaving brand founded by King Camp Gillette.
"Gillette became famous for its safety razors and blades."
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Plural
Gillettes
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Etymology

An alternative form of Gillett. As the razor brand, it is named after American businessman King C. Gillette, who invented it.

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What does “Gillette” mean?
The word “Gillette” means a French-derived surname, widely known as a razor and shaving brand founded by King Camp Gillette.
How do you use “Gillette” in a sentence?
Here is “Gillette” used in a sentence: “Gillette became famous for its safety razors and blades.”
What part of speech is “Gillette”?
“Gillette” is a name.
What is the meaning of Gillette?
"Gillette" (name) means a French-derived surname, widely known as a razor and shaving brand founded by King Camp Gillette.