adjective

razed

Razed (adjective) means having a striped or slashed decorative pattern, especially on fabric or leather. Example: “The doublet had razed sleeves, cut in narrow slashes to show the lining beneath.”

adjective

Having a striped or slashed decorative pattern, especially on fabric or leather.

"The doublet had razed sleeves, cut in narrow slashes to show the lining beneath."

"Renaissance tailors used razed patterns to let a contrasting fabric peek through."

How to use razed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCut with fine parallel slashes as decoration, usually on old-fashioned clothing.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with the far more common "razed" meaning demolished (from "raze," as in "razed to the ground") — this is a different, much rarer word about decorative slashing.

Word forms

more razed comparative, most razed superlative

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Rhymes for razed

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Frequently asked questions

What does “razed” mean?

The word “razed” means having a striped or slashed decorative pattern, especially on fabric or leather. In plain terms, cut with fine parallel slashes as decoration, usually on old-fashioned clothing.

How do you use “razed” in a sentence?

Here is “razed” used in a sentence: “The doublet had razed sleeves, cut in narrow slashes to show the lining beneath.”

What part of speech is “razed”?

“Razed” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of razed?

"razed" (adjective) means having a striped or slashed decorative pattern, especially on fabric or leather.