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razor

noun

ra·​zor ˈrā-zər How to pronounce razor (audio)
: a keen-edged cutting instrument for shaving or cutting hair

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Denis says using the scissor-razor technique creates sharp, exact ends with a super-solid, blunt line. Elise Tabin, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026 Hawley’s position left the vote margin for the resolution, which advanced 52-47 last week, razor thin. Stephen Groves, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026 Sharp Objects Razor Blades While TSA allows travelers to bring disposable razors in carry-on bags, safety razors can only be packed without their blades. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026 But at this stage, the margin of error becomes razor thin. Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for razor

Word History

Etymology

Middle English rasour, from Anglo-French rasur, from raser to raze, shave — more at rase

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Razor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/razor. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

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razor

noun
ra·​zor ˈrā-zər How to pronounce razor (audio)
: a sharp cutting instrument used to shave off hair

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