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Whet Definition & Meaning

whet
verb
  1. make keen or more acute; "whet my appetite"
  2. sharpen by rubbing, as on a whetstone

"Whet" in song lyrics

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  • "seral whet"
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Frequently asked questions

What does whet mean?
make keen or more acute; "whet my appetite" sharpen by rubbing, as on a whetstone
What part of speech is whet?
Whet is a verb.
How many definitions does whet have?
Whet has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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