nounπShareThe act of whetting something."The whet of the chef's knife on the steel was a familiar sound in the kitchen, signaling the start of dinner preparation. "actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThat which whets or sharpens; especially, an appetizer."The delicious cheese and crackers served before dinner were a fine whet for our appetites. "foodentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hone or rub on with some substance, as a piece of stone, for the purpose of sharpening β see whetstone."Before the final exam, Sarah whetted her pencil to a sharp point. "actionutensiltechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo stimulate or make more keen."The smell of freshly baked bread whet my appetite. "mindactionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo preen."Before the school play, the young actors whetted their costumes, adjusting the fabric and making sure everything looked just right. "appearanceactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
