whetile

/ˈhwɛtɪl/ (HWET-il)

Definitions

1. noun

A small, thin, triangular piece of metal, typically made of steel, used for sharpening knives, razors, or other cutting tools.

“She carefully honed the blade on a whetile to get a razor-sharp edge.”

Synonyms

  • hone
  • whetstone

Antonyms

  • blunt
  • dull