Rase (en. Shave)

/ʁaz/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Refers to a surface cut very short.
The grass is short in this garden.
L'herbe est rase dans ce jardin.
Which has been leveled or reached a minimum height.
The field was completely leveled after the harvest.
Le champ a été complètement rasé après la récolte.

Etymology

From the verb raser, meaning to cut very short.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Close-shaven
Completely cut or eliminated.
rasé de près
Level
At the surface or without elevation.
à ras
Short-cropped
Denoting a terrain without vegetation.
rase-motte

Related Words

razor
Device or instrument used for shaving.
rasoir
to shave
To cut hair or fur very close to the skin.
raser

Slang Meanings

To diminish something to a minimal state.
He leveled out his entire bank account.
Il a rasé tout son compte en banque.
To be very tired or exhausted.
After that evening, I am totally worn out.
Après cette soirée, je suis totalement rasé.