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Meaning of whet

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

whet

Pronunciation:/ˈwɛt/

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of whetting something.

  2. That which whets or sharpens; especially, an appetizer.

verb

Definitions

  1. To hone or rub on with some substance, as a piece of stone, for the purpose of sharpening – see whetstone.

  2. To stimulate or make more keen.

    Example: to whet one's appetite or one's courage

  3. To preen.