Razorblades

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A thin, sharp piece of metal with a keen edge used for shaving or cutting, often designed to fit into a razor handle for personal grooming
2. Small, sharp metal strips intended for use in razors; these devices are essential for achieving a close shave or precise trimming
3. Blades made of metal, specifically crafted to ensure a clean and efficient cutting experience in grooming tasks, typically found in disposable or replaceable razor units

Etymology: "Razorblades" is simply the plural of "razorblade," so its history is that of the compound itself. The first element, "razor," comes from Old French "rasour," a derivative of "raser," meaning "to scrape or shave," which traces back to Latin "radere," "to scrape." The second element, "blade," is an older English word for the flat cutting part of a tool or weapon, and the compound describes a small, sharp blade made for shaving. The plural form follows the regular English pattern of adding "-s" to a count noun, so the same explanation covers both forms. Each word in the compound keeps its original sense, and together they name a blade meant to be used with a razor.

Synonyms: blades, cutters