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Definition of razorwire

razorwire

/ˈreɪzərˌwaɪər/
ra · zor · wire
Plural:razorwires
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razorwire Lexical Profile

razorwire Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A type of security wire studded with small, razor-sharp metal blades at regular intervals, typically arranged in coils on top of fences or walls to prevent unauthorized entry or escape.

Example

"The high perimeter fence of the industrial storage facility was topped with coils of gleaming razorwire."

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• Nearby Words

razorbill
razorblade
razorfish
razorwire
razz
re
reabsorb

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Razorwire. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/razorwire
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