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whets

The correct spelling is whets.

How to pronounce whets

verb

Say it like: Wet-s

The correct spelling is whets. To hone or rub on with some substance, as a piece of stone, for the purpose of sharpening – see whetstone. For example: "to whet one's appetite or one's courage"

Usage Examples

to whet one's appetite or one's courage

Definition

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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