verb - to improve a skill, technique, or ability by practicing it regularly
verb - to sharpen something, especially a blade, by rubbing it on a stone or similar surface
noun - the last name of the inventor of the glue stick
adjective, American English, informal - having too much air in the stomach
adjective, British English, informal - (of fizzy drinks) containing too much air, containing too many bubbles
noun - a detailed plan or design that outlines how something will be built or achieved
verb - to raise a glass and take a drink in honor of someone or something
adjective - relating to government revenue, taxes, and public spending
noun - (in vitro fertilization) fertilization of an egg outside the body, followed by implantation in the uterus
noun, formal - the set of reasons or logical basis for a course of action or belief
adverb - in a way that increases very rapidly and by a growing rate
adjective - increasing very rapidly by large amounts
verb, informal - to dress yourself in fancy or stylish clothes, especially for a special occasion
noun - a rough, thick woollen fabric, often woven with a mix of coloured threads, traditionally used for jackets and suits