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Shaves Meaning in English

word · lemma: shave

ˈʃeɪvz
SHAYVZ
ʃˈeɪvz
SHAYVZ

Definition

'Shaves' is the third person singular form of 'shave', meaning to remove hair, usually from the face, legs, or body, by cutting it close to the skin with a razor.

Usage & Nuances

Used only with he/she/it in present simple. Common in routines: 'He shaves every morning.' Typical collocations: 'shave his beard', 'shave her legs'. Less formal. Don’t confuse with 'shave off' (remove entirely) or ‘shaven’ (adjective).

Example Sentences

He shaves every morning before work.

basic

She shaves her legs once a week.

basic

My father shaves with an electric razor.

basic

Mark shaves quickly when he's in a rush.

natural

She never shaves during the winter.

natural

If he shaves too fast, he might cut himself.

natural