(specifically) A good characteristic or habit; a virtue.
A way of behaving; hence, a characteristic, a trait.
An aspect of the body which indicates physical strength; hence, muscle and/or sinew; muscular development.
An attractive physical attribute; also, physical, mental, or moral strength or vigour.
verb
(transitive, obsolete) To instruct (someone) in morals or values; also (more generally) to chastise or discipline (someone); to teach or train (someone).
whet
whet
noun
That which whets or sharpens; especially, an appetizer.
The act of whetting something.
verb
(transitive) To hone or rub on with some substance, as a piece of stone, for the purpose of sharpening – see whetstone.
