Synonyms for Shaving (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something):
paring, sliverWordNet sense 2 (the act of removing hair with a razor):
shaveWordNet sense 3 (the act of brushing against while passing):
grazing, skimmingFrom the ODE community, based on WordNetadd/edit