English Explanatory Dictionary

sharpener

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A device for making things sharp.
  2. That which makes something sharp.
  3. An alcoholic drink taken at the start of the day, or just before a meal.

Pronunciation

/ˈʃɑː(ɹ)pənə(ɹ)/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-sharpener.wav

Word forms

sharpener sharpeners

Etymology

From sharpen + -er.

Related words

sharp

Derived words

pencil sharpener
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