Aftershave

/ˈæftərʃeɪv/ noun

A scented lotion or liquid applied to the skin after shaving to soothe, disinfect, and freshen it.

A compound word: 'after' (Old English 'æfter') plus 'shave' (Old English 'sceafan'). The word is a relatively modern invention in English, appearing prominently in the 20th century as shaving became a daily ritual.

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