Meaning & Definition of word "Unshaven"
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Unshaven
/ʌnˈʃeɪ.vən/
adjective:
- 1. Not shaved; having facial hair that has not been trimmed or removed.
- Example: He appeared in an unshaven state, suggesting he hadn’t groomed himself in days.
- 2. Rough or disheveled in appearance due to lack of grooming.
- Example: The unshaven man in the corner looked like he had just come off the street.
- 3. Showing signs of neglect in personal grooming or hygiene.
- Example: The actor chose to go unshaven for his role, portraying a character who had fallen on hard times.
Etymology
The prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' combined with 'shaven', the past participle of 'shave'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
five o'clock shadow:
A beard that is barely visible, usually seen late in the day after not shaving.
rough around the edges:
Having a disheveled or unkempt appearance.
scruffy appearance:
An appearance that is messy or poorly groomed.
Related Words
shave:
To remove hair from the face or body using a razor.
stubble:
Short hair that has been cut or shaved, typically that which appears a day or two after shaving.
beard:
Facial hair that grows on the chin and cheeks.
Slang Meanings of unshaven
Meaning: Grizzly
Example Sentence: That guy looks a bit grizzly with all that unshaven facial hair.
Meaning: Scruffs
Example Sentence: I went out in my scruffs because I didn't feel like shaving.