How to pronounce “point-shaving”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• The process of making fine distinctions, especially in regard to behavior that is considered unacceptable versus behavior that is almost but not quite objectionable.
• Alternative form of point shaving (“a type of match fixing”).
• [Verb]
• present participle and gerund of point-shave

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

pointing, panting, point of, points of view, point of honor, pizza oven, appointing, unshaven, staving, sashaying