GRE Word List

HONE

to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone

The meaning of the word hone is to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone.

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WordMeaning
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
erodeto diminish or destroy by degrees:
stalematea drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play
stippleto engrave by means of dots and flicks
insomniaprolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
puddingblood sausage
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
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