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Term: whet

Description:

As a verb, "whet" means to sharpen or stimulate, typically in reference to one's appetite, curiosity, or desire. As a noun, it refers to a thing that sharpens, such as a stone used for sharpening blades.

Sample Sentences:

Verb (1st sense):

1. He decided to whet his appetite by browsing through the tempting menu.
2. The intriguing book blurb whetted her curiosity, making her eager to read it.
3. The suspenseful trailer for the movie has whet the audience's anticipation for its release.

Verb (2nd sense):

1. He used a whetstone to whet his knife and make it razor-sharp.
2. The chef carefully whetted her knives before starting the culinary demonstration.
3. Sharpening a blade is essential to whetting its cutting effectiveness.

Noun:

1. A whetstone is a tool used to sharpen the edges of various bladed tools.
2. The blacksmith employed a whet to give the sword its final razor-sharp edge.
3. Before carving the roast, he ensured the knife's sharpness by running it across a whet.

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