날붙이의 날을 갈거나 벼리다.
To sharpen the blade of a tool or weapon by grinding it against a stone.
예문:
"The blacksmith began to whet the scythe before the harvest."
"He carefully whetted his pocketknife on a smooth river stone."
욕구, 흥미, 또는 식욕 등을 돋우거나 자극하다.
To excite or stimulate someone's desire, interest, or appetite.
예문:
"The trailer was designed to whet the audience's curiosity for the upcoming film."
"The aroma of fresh bread from the bakery served to whet my appetite."
식욕을 돋우는 것, 또는 식사 전에 마시는 술이나 전채 요리.
Something that stimulates the appetite or desire, such as a small drink or appetizer before a meal.
예문:
"A small glass of sherry was offered as a whet before the main course."
"The short story served as a perfect whet for the author's longer novels."
날이나 도구를 가는 행위 또는 연마.
The act of sharpening a blade or tool.
예문:
"The sword required a quick whet to restore its lethal edge."
"After a thorough whet, the axe was ready for the heavy timber."