razor
word
/ˈɹeɪzɝ/
RAY-zur
/ɹˈeɪzɐ/
RAY-zuh
Definition
A razor is a tool with a very sharp blade used for removing hair from the face or body by shaving. It can be a disposable razor, a safety razor, or a straight razor.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly refers to a shaving tool. 'Razor' is broader than 'electric shaver': a razor usually has a blade. Common collocations: 'electric razor', 'safety razor', 'straight razor', 'razor blade'. Be careful not to confuse the tool ('razor') with just the blade ('blade').
Spanish: maquinilla de afeitar - navaja de afeitarPortuguese (BR): barbeador - navalhaPortuguese (PT): máquina de barbear - navalhaChinese (Simplified): 剃须刀 - 刮刀Chinese (Traditional): 刮鬍刀 - 剃刀Hindi: रेज़र - उस्तराArabic: شفرة حلاقة - موس حلاقةBengali: রেজরRussian: бритваJapanese: カミソリVietnamese: dao cạoKorean: 면도기Turkish: tıraş bıçağıUrdu: ریزرIndonesian: pisau cukur
Example Sentences
His razor is in the bathroom.
basic
Be careful—the razor is very sharp.
basic
I need a new razor for shaving.
basic
I forgot my razor, so I had to buy one at the hotel shop.
natural
This cheap razor gave me a terrible cut.
natural
He still uses a safety razor instead of disposable ones.
natural