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Hone
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Meanings of Hone
Verb
- To make something sharp using a special stone.
- To make a hole very precise with a machine.
- To get better at something, like a skill or a talent.
- To make something stronger or more effective.
Noun
- A special stone used to make something sharp, like a knife or a tool.
- A machine that helps make holes very precise.
Explanation of the word: Hone
Hone means to make something better or sharper. Like when you sharpen a pencil to make it write better.
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Translations for the word: Hone
hindi
निखार
nikhar
तराशना
tarashna
निखारना
nikharna
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Hone
What does 'hone' mean?
To 'hone' means to make something better or to sharpen it, like sharpening a knife or improving a skill.
How do you pronounce 'hone'?
You pronounce 'hone' like 'hoan', it rhymes with 'stone'.
What is the origin of the word 'hone'?
The word 'hone' comes from the Old English word 'han', which means to sharpen.
What is the meaning of 'hone' in Kannada?
The word 'Hone' in Kannada is 'ಹುಣುಕು' (Huṇuku).