unshaven
|un-shav-en|
B2
/ʌnˈʃeɪvən/
not shaved
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unshaven' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'shaven,' which is the past participle of 'shave.'
Historical Evolution
'shaven' comes from the Old English word 'sceafan,' which means 'to scrape or shave.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having been shaved,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having shaved; having a beard or stubble.
He appeared at the meeting looking unshaven and tired.
Synonyms
Antonyms
shavenclean-shaven
Last updated: 2025/03/02 23:26