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whet

The correct spelling is whet.

How to pronounce whet

noun

IPA: /ˈwɛt/

Say it like: Wet

The correct spelling is whet. The act of whetting something. For example: "to whet one's appetite or one's courage"

Usage Examples

to whet one's appetite or one's courage

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The act of whetting something.
  2. 2.That which whets or sharpens; especially, an appetizer.

verb

  1. 1.To hone or rub on with some substance, as a piece of stone, for the purpose of sharpening – see whetstone.
  2. 2.To stimulate or make more keen.
  3. 3.To preen.

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