adj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of hone form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Made sharp.
2. 2
   Made more accurate or precise.

Synonyms

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Example

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"This thin book contains experiences and methods carefully selected and finely honed."

Related phrases

honed dace

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