safety razor

noun

1. a razor with a guard to prevent the blade from cutting the skin.

safety razor

noun

1. a razor with a guard or guards fitted close to the cutting edge or edges so that deep cuts are prevented and the risk of accidental cuts reduced

Word History and Origins

Origin of safety razor¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

The parts needed in its construction are as follows: An old safety-razor blade; one 8-in.

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If he is to add another chapter he must pause to find a safety razor blade and sharpen up.

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King C. Gillette has become a wealthy man from the royalties and profits on his safety razor.

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“My fa-ther al-ways uses a safety-razor,” said Miss Belchamber with a reminiscent air.

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In the afternoon shaved off a month's beard with a cheap German safety razor, which was a painful operation!

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