sharpener
Americannoun
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a tool, device, or machine used to produce or restore a fine edge or point on blades, pencils, etc.
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a person whose work is to restore a fine edge or point on things by means of such a tool or machine.
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a person, activity, or thing that serves to hone or challenge a person's thinking, skill, etc.
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Gerber Paraframe Knife, Sharpener and Fire Starter Set: A great safety-enhancing stocking stuffer, this set out of Portland includes a stainless steel folding knife, ferro rod, metal striker, emergency whistle and more.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2021
If you’re a dedicated home chef, or if you simply demand the best possible edge that doesn’t involve messing with stones or jigs, we recommend the Chef’sChoice Trizor XV Sharpener.
From Slate • Oct. 11, 2018
The manual Brød & Taylor Professional Knife Sharpener was the most distinctive tool in our test.
From Slate • Oct. 11, 2018
If you’re a serious home chef, we recommend the Chef’sChoice Trizor XV Sharpener.
From Slate • Oct. 11, 2018
I represent the Cincinnati Pencil Sharpener Company, and I want—" Here I broke in testily: "I'm too busy now.
From Dawson Black: Retail Merchant by Whitehead, Harold
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