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whetstone
noun whet·stone \ˈhwet-ˌstōn, ˈwet-\
: a stone used for sharpening knives, blades, etc.
Full Definition of WHETSTONE
: a stone for whetting edge tools
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First Known Use of WHETSTONE
before 12th century
Rhymes with WHETSTONE
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WHETSTONE Defined for Kids
whetstone
noun whet·stone \ˈhwet-ˌstōn, ˈwet-\
Definition of WHETSTONE for Kids
: a stone on which blades are sharpened
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