Definitions

1. verb

to sharpen or whet something, typically a knife or other cutting tool

“She spent the afternoon honing her new chef’s knife.”

2. noun

a hard, yellowish-brown mineral substance used in sharpening knives and scissors

“She used a piece of hone to sharpen the rusty scissors.”

3. verb

to improve or refine something, especially a skill

“He has been honing his English language skills through reading and writing.”