Shaving

/ʃˈe‍ɪvɪŋ/

/ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/

Shaving

the act of removing hair from the body or face using a razor or similar tool, typically by cutting the hair at the skin's surface

synonyms : shave

a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something

synonyms : paring

the act of brushing against while passing

synonyms : grazing

Examples

1. The dessert was beautifully presented with a garnish of chocolate shavings on top.

2. Don't criticize the new intern so harshly, remember the saying - a barber learns to shave by shaving fools.

3. All right, keep shaving here.

4. So, first up, stop shaving.