Shave off Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To remove hair by shaving, especially from the face or head. It can also mean to reduce the amount of something, such as time or cost, by a small amount.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often for facial hair but can be used for head hair or amounts (e.g. 'shave off ten minutes'). Common with quantities: 'shave off costs/time/seconds'. Not the same as 'shave' alone, which is just removing hair.
Example Sentences
He decided to shave off his beard.
basic
I want to shave off a few minutes from my daily routine.
basic
She had to shave off all her hair for the role.
basic
We managed to shave off $100 from our travel expenses.
natural
If you hurry, you might shave off a few seconds from your finish time.
natural
He joked that maybe he should shave off a few pounds before the wedding.
natural