What is another word for oilstone?

Pronunciation: [ˈɔ͡ɪlstə͡ʊn] (IPA)

Oilstone is a type of abrasive stone which is used for sharpening edges of cutting tools. It is made by bonding abrasive particles with a binder material to create a surface that can remove metal from the edges of blades. The word 'oilstone' can be replaced by several synonyms, such as whetstone, sharpening stone, honing stone, and grindstone. These stones may differ in composition, size, and grit, but they all serve the same purpose of honing and sharpening tools. Whetstone, which is often used as a synonym for oilstone, can be made of different materials, such as natural stones like novaculite, and synthetic materials like silicon carbide. Sharpening stones can also come in different sizes and shapes, depending on the size of the tool being sharpened.

What are the hypernyms for Oilstone?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Oilstone?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for oilstone (as nouns)

Usage examples for Oilstone

But the narrower the face on the end of the scraper, the easier it is to resharpen it on the oilstone, because there is less area to oilstone.
"Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II"
Joshua Rose
The emery wheel should be of a grade of not less than 60 or more than 70. If it is too coarse it leaves a rough edge, which may, however, be smoothed with an oilstone slip.
"Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II"
Joshua Rose
In oilstoning a plane blade, the straight face should be held quite level with the face of the oilstone, so that the cutting edge may not be bevelled off.
"Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II"
Joshua Rose

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