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shaveling

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Shaveling (noun) means someone with a shaved head, especially a monk or priest with a tonsure.

noun
1
Someone with a shaved head, especially a monk or priest with a tonsure.
2
A young man old enough to shave, especially one thought to be inexperienced.
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Etymology

Formed from shave and -ling.

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What is the meaning of shaveling?
"shaveling" (noun) means someone with a shaved head, especially a monk or priest with a tonsure.
What are the different meanings of shaveling?
"shaveling" has 2 main meanings: 1. Someone with a shaved head, especially a monk or priest with a tonsure; 2. A young man old enough to shave, especially one thought to be inexperienced.
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