oilstones

[US]/[ˈɔɪlstəʊnz]/
[UK]/[ˈɔɪlstəʊnz]/

Translation

n.a type of abrasive stone used for polishing metal; a type of sedimentary rock containing bitumen

Phrases & Collocations

using oilstones

sharpening with oilstones

fine oilstones

oilstones grit

oilstones polishing

bought oilstones

oilstones case

oilstones set

oilstones sharpen

oilstones surface

Example Sentences

we used oilstones to sharpen our knives before carving the turkey.

the chef carefully honed the steel with fine oilstones.

he purchased several oilstones of varying grits for his collection.

applying oil while using oilstones prevents the blade from overheating.

the antique shop had a display of vintage oilstones for sale.

maintaining sharp tools requires regular honing with oilstones.

he tested the oilstones to determine their coarseness and fineness.

the woodworker relied on oilstones to keep his chisels sharp.

a slurry of oil and water is often used with oilstones.

he selected an oilstone with a medium grit for the task.

the craftsman demonstrated the proper technique for using oilstones.

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