লক্ষ্য করুন: এই এন্ট্রির অনুবাদ বর্তমানে মান পর্যালোচনার অধীনে রয়েছে, তাই কিছু বিষয়বস্তু সাময়িকভাবে শুধুমাত্র ইংরেজিতে প্রদর্শিত হচ্ছে।
এই এন্ট্রিটি এখনও আপনার ভাষায় অনুবাদ করা হয়নি, তাই নিচে মূল লেখাটি দেখানো হচ্ছে।
whet
This term evokes the image of a precise, abrasive action used to refine a cutting edge. While it describes the physical act of sharpening, it carries a connotation of preparation and readiness, suggesting that a tool is being brought to its peak efficiency for a specific task.
In its figurative sense, the word describes a psychological priming. It is almost exclusively paired with words like appetite, interest, or curiosity. Rather than satisfying a desire, it creates a state of anticipation or hunger, acting as a catalyst that makes the subject more eager for the full experience.
Meanings
Examples
He spent the afternoon whetting his scythe on the stone.
The smell of fresh bread always whets my appetite.
I need to whet this knife before I start chopping the vegetables.
The mysterious prologue served to whet the readers curiosity.
Just a small sample should whet their interest in the full product.
The knight began to whet his sword in preparation for the battle.
Maybe a quick teaser trailer will whet the fans appetite for the movie.
I wonder if this brief introduction will whet her interest in the project.