aftershave

noun

af·​ter·​shave ˈaf-tər-ˌshāv How to pronounce aftershave (audio)
: a usually scented lotion for use on the face after shaving

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His reddish cheeks had the scent of aftershave. — Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026 Most guys can get by without an aftershave, no shortage of which are fragrance conduits masquerading as moisturizers. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026 And unless someone in the house is shaving daily, there’s really no reason for shaving cream, aftershave, or beard grooming tools to be kept out in the open. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026 Our little orange Kevin all covered in milk looked like a young Macaulay Culkin in his famous aftershave scene in Home Alone. — Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aftershave

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Etymology

after- + shave entry 2

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of aftershave was in 1887

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aftershave

noun
af·​ter·​shave ˈaf-tər-ˌshāv How to pronounce aftershave (audio)
: a lotion for use on the face after shaving
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