whet
/ˈwɛt/
noun
- 1
The act of whetting something.
- 2
That which whets or sharpens; especially, an appetizer.
verb
- 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.
“to whet one's appetite or one's courage”
- 3
To preen.
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