oilstone

/ˈɔɪlstəʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of sharpening stone used for honing and polishing cutting tools, typically made of a hard, abrasive material such as silicon carbide or corundum.

“The blacksmith used an oilstone to sharpen the blade of his axe.”

Synonyms

  • honing stone
  • sharpening stone

Antonyms

  • blunt instrument
  • dull tool