hone
Translation
to perfect, to sharpen
Examples
She honed her skills as a writer.
She honed her skills as a writer.
He honed the blade carefully.
He honed the blade carefully.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to perfect or refine (a skill) She honed her skills as a writer.
((sth.)) to sharpen (a blade) He honed the blade carefully.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sharpen, whet, perfect, refine
Etymology
From Old English 'hān', meaning 'stone', referring to a whetstone for sharpening.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'home'. You often practice and 'hone' your skills at home.