sharpen
//ˈʃɑːr.pən//
Verb
sharpenInfinitive
sharpenPresent tense
sharpenedPast tense
sharpenedPast participle
sharpeningPresent participle
sharpensThird-person singular
1
To make or become sharp or sharper, especially by grinding or honing an edge or point.
I need to sharpen this knife before cutting the vegetables.
2
To make or become more acute, intense, or focused.
Reading regularly helps sharpen your critical thinking skills.
3
To improve or enhance a skill, ability, or quality through practice or effort.
She practiced every day to sharpen her language skills.