schavynge

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Middle English[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From schaven +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation[edit]

Noun[edit]

schavynge (plural schavynges)

  1. Scratching, filing, razoring, abrasion; the process of removing material
  2. Shaving; removal of the hair with a razor.
  3. Material that has been abraded or shaved; scraps.
  4. Honing or buffing; the process of making something smooth.
  5. (rare) Slicing, chopping.

Descendants[edit]

  • English: shaving

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