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Vocabulary Entry
whetstone
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A tool used for sharpening a blade.
Example Sentences
"He used a whetstone to sharpen his kitchen knives."
"The blacksmith always kept a whetstone handy for his tools."
"After several uses, the whetstone needed to be cleaned."
V
verb
To sharpen (a blade) using a whetstone.
Example Sentences
"She whetstoned the old sword until it gleamed."
"Before cooking, he whetstones the chef's knife."
"It’s essential to whetstone your tools for optimal performance."