razor-backed

adjective

ra·​zor-backed ˈrā-zər-ˌbakt How to pronounce razor-backed (audio)
variants or razorback
: having a sharp narrow back
a razor-backed horse

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of razor-backed was in 1807

Dictionary Entries Near razor-backed

Cite this Entry

“Razor-backed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/razor-backed. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

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