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UK//ʃeɪv//US//ʃeɪv//

Meaning of Shave

To remove hair from the skin using a razor or other sharp tool.

In simple words: To cut hair or a beard very close to the skin.

Shave in a sentence

  • He decided to shave his beard before the job interview.
  • It's time to shave my head for the summer.
  • She always uses a high-quality razor to shave her legs.
  • He forgot to shave this morning, so he looked disheveled.
  • I need to shave off the excess wood to fit the piece.

How to use Shave

Use 'shave' when discussing cutting hair or beard with a razor. In more informal contexts, people might mention shaving for style. Avoid in formal writing unless necessary.

Grammar pattern

shave + object

Memory hint

Think of 'shave' like 'shape' - cutting hair into a desired form.

Related words

Collocations with Shave

  • shave off
  • wet shave
  • close shave
  • shave cream
  • shave with a razor

Synonyms for Shave

  • trim
  • shorn
  • cut
  • groom
  • barber

Opposites of Shave

Common mistakes with Shave

  • Confusing with 'shave off' which means to remove completely.
  • Using 'shave' when discussing hair trimming instead of cutting.
  • Incorrectly using 'shave' in a non-hairy context.

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Frequently asked questions about Shave

What does Shave mean?

To cut hair or a beard very close to the skin.

What is the definition of Shave?

To remove hair from the skin using a razor or other sharp tool.

How do you use Shave in a sentence?

He decided to shave his beard before the job interview.

Can you give another example of Shave?

It's time to shave my head for the summer.

What are synonyms for Shave?

Common alternatives include trim, shorn, cut, groom, barber.

What is the opposite of Shave?

Opposite meanings include grow, keep.

What words go with Shave?

It commonly pairs with shave off, wet shave, close shave, shave cream, shave with a razor.

What are common mistakes when using Shave?

Confusing with 'shave off' which means to remove completely. Using 'shave' when discussing hair trimming instead of cutting. Incorrectly using 'shave' in a non-hairy context.

How do you pronounce Shave?

US: //ʃeɪv//, UK: //ʃeɪv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Shave?

Use 'shave' when discussing cutting hair or beard with a razor. In more informal contexts, people might mention shaving for style. Avoid in formal writing unless necessary.