oilstone

[US]/ˈɔɪlstəʊn/
[UK]/ˈɔɪlstoʊn/

Translation

n.a stone used for sharpening tools or blades, typically lubricated with oil; an abrasive stone used in machining
Word Forms
Pluraloilstones

Phrases & Collocations

sharpening oilstone

oilstone grit

natural oilstone

synthetic oilstone

fine oilstone

coarse oilstone

oilstone holder

oilstone maintenance

oilstone use

oilstone sharpening

Example Sentences

he used the oilstone to sharpen his knife.

the oilstone is essential for maintaining tools.

she bought a new oilstone for her woodworking projects.

using an oilstone can improve the edge of your blades.

he carefully cleaned the oilstone after sharpening.

the oilstone needs to be lubricated before use.

after several uses, the oilstone became worn down.

she learned how to use an oilstone from her grandfather.

he prefers using an oilstone over electric sharpeners.

the oilstone is made of natural materials.

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