shaving

noun

shav·​ing ˈshā-viŋ How to pronounce shaving (audio)
1
: the act of one that shaves
2
: something shaved off
wood shavings

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His crispy jeon, a savory seafood pancake, is shot through with strands of scallions, topped with creamy aioli and a generous shaving of bonito flakes that dances as the plate approaches your table. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2024 This limited-edition flavor is made with toasted coconut macaroon cookies swirled into coconut cream ice cream that is scattered with shavings of bittersweet Guittard chocolates. Aly Walansky, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024 The Air Force has historically maintained strict grooming standards, unless personnel have a shaving medical waiver for medical or religious reasons, citing safety concerns, particularly in combat zones where airtight equipment such as gas masks must seal effectively. Marni Rose McFall, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 It’s coated in a sweet passion fruit icing and covered in toasted coconut shavings. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shaving 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of shaving was in the 14th century

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“Shaving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shaving. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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shaving

noun
shav·​ing
ˈshā-viŋ
1
: the act of one that shaves
2
: something shaved off
wood shavings
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