Roger Ascham

Let the master praise him, and say, 'Here ye do well.' For, I assure you, there is no such whetstone to sharpen a good wit, and encourage a will to learning, as is praise.

English Writer

There is no such whetstone, to sharpen a good wit and encourage a will to learning, as is praise.

Whetstone is often associated with the care and maintenance of tools.

Tool Maintenance

Despite 'whet' sounding like 'wet', a whetstone is not intended for use in cooking.

Not for Cooking

Used metaphorically, it implies something that enhances or stimulates.

Metaphorical Use

Remember that a whetstone is a specialized tool, and using it properly requires technique.

Specialized Tool

Whetstones can be made from different kinds of rock, each with unique qualities.

Specific Stone Types

Whetstones have been essential for tool maintenance throughout history.