Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
afiar
verb
[ah-fee-ahr]
Definition
To sharpen or to hone an object, typically a blade or a tool, to make it more effective or ready for use.
Examples
- Eu preciso afiar a faca antes de cortar os vegetais.
- She decided to afiar her pencil for a more precise drawing.
Meaning
Afiar refers to the act of improving the sharpness of an object, especially cutting instruments such as knives or scissors.
Synonyms
- aperfeiçoar
- afiar a lâmina
- aguzar