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whetstone

UK
/ˈwɛt.stəʊn/
US
/ˈwɛt.stoʊn/
whetstonenoun
whetstones
pl
UK
/ˈwɛt.stəʊn/
US
/ˈwɛt.stoʊn/
Translations
pierre à aiguiser
He used a whetstone to sharpen his kitchen knives before preparing the meal.
Il a utilisé une pierre à aiguiser pour affûter ses couteaux de cuisine avant de préparer le repas.
Additional translations
aiguillon
Definitions
A flat stone used for sharpening edged tools or knives by grinding and honing.
He used a whetstone to sharpen his kitchen knives before preparing the meal.
Something that sharpens or stimulates the mind, appetite, or interest.
The lively debate proved a whetstone for his critical thinking skills.
Synonyms
grindstone
sharpening stone
honing stone
whetstoneadjective
UK
/ˈwɛt.stəʊn/
US
/ˈwɛt.stoʊn/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to or use in sharpening.
Translations
à aiguiserEmploi attributif.
He purchased a whetstone sharpening kit for his workshop.
Il a acheté un kit à aiguiser avec pierre pour son atelier.
Definitions
Relating to or designed for sharpening edged tools or blades.
He purchased a whetstone sharpening kit for his workshop.
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