GRE Word List
WHET
to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
The meaning of the word whet is to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone).
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| ordination | the act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained |
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| momentous | having great or lasting importance : consequential |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |