noun
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the act of sharpening (cutting weapons); whet.
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an abrasive stone for sharpening knives or other edged tools; a whetstone.
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a type of black stone used to test the purity of gold or silver by the streak left on it when it was rubbed with the metal; a touchstone.
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a long cutting tool, having sharp teeth, used for cutting wood, a metal piece, etc., by moving to and fro repeatedly.
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a weight of four māṣas.
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a fabric made by weaving jute threads.