Meaning of the word whet in English

What does whet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

whet

US /wet/

UK /wet/

sharpen the blade of (a tool or weapon)

Example:

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He used a stone to whet his knife.

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The barber carefully whetted his razor.

Synonym:

sharpen hone grind file strop

excite or stimulate (someone's desire, interest, or appetite)

Example:

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The preview was designed to whet the audience's appetite for the full movie.

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His stories always whet my curiosity.

Synonym:

stimulate excite arouse awaken kindle

Related Word:

whet someone's appetite