The word "Rasour" may seem confusing in terms of spelling, but it is actually a variant spelling of "razor." In IPA phonetic transcription, "razor" is pronounced as /ˈreɪzər/. The spelling "Rasour" likely originated from a time when English spelling was not standardized, leading to variations such as this. While it is not commonly used today, it serves as a reminder of the evolution of language and the importance of standardization in aiding communication.
The word rasour originated from the Old French rasur or rasour, which derived from the Latin word rasura. The Latin term, in turn, comes from the verb radere, meaning to scrape or to shave. Over time, rasour evolved into the Middle English term razour and eventually became the modern English word razor.