Honed: meaning, definitions and examples

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honed

 

[ hoสŠnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

skill improvement

The term 'honed' refers to the process of sharpening or refining a skill, technique, or ability. It often implies gradual and focused practice to achieve a higher level of proficiency. The word can also be used metaphorically, illustrating how one perfects a talent through dedication and hard work. When someone says they have honed their skills, it means they have put in considerable effort to enhance their performance in a specific area.

Synonyms

developed, enhanced, perfected, refined, sharpened.

Examples of usage

  • She honed her cooking skills by taking many cooking classes.
  • He has honed his public speaking abilities over the years.
  • The artist honed her craft through endless practice.
  • They honed their negotiation tactics during the training workshop.

Translations

Translations of the word "honed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น afiado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ€เค•เฅเคทเฅเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geschรคrft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tajam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั‚ะพั‡ะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ naostrzony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‹ญใ„ (ใ™ใ‚‹ใฉใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท affรปtรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ afilado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keskin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚ ์นด๋กœ์šด (nalgaroun)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุดุฑูŽู (mushraf)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ostล™enรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ostrenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้”‹ๅˆฉ็š„ (fฤ“nglรฌ de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ostro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรถrp

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำฉั‚ะบั–ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒญแƒ”แƒ แƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ (mchermetqveli)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™skin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ afilado

Etymology

The word 'honed' originates from the Old English term 'hวฃnan', which means 'to make or cause to be sharp'. This historical root relates to the concept of sharpening tools or blades, stemming from a time when precise cutting instruments were essential for survival and craftsmanship. Over time, the meaning of 'hone' evolved to include not just the sharpening of physical objects, like knives and swords, but also the metaphorical sharpening of skills and talents. This transition reflects societal changes where intellectual and creative faculties became increasingly valued in various fields. The term has been widely adopted in contemporary language to describe the refinement of both physical abilities and cognitive skills.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,089, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.