Sharpenings refer to the material that is produced after sharpening or honing a material or object. Synonyms for sharpenings include filings, shavings, grindings, scrapings, chips, dustings, rasps, dust, and whets. Filings are tiny pieces of metal or other hard material that are produced by filing or cutting. Shavings are long, thin pieces that are shaved off a larger material to produce a smooth surface. Grindings refer to the small particles produced by grinding or milling a material. Scrapings are produced by scraping or scratching a surface. Chips are small fragments produced by chipping or breaking off a piece of material. Dustings and dust are fine powders produced by grinding or polishing. Rasps are rough particles produced by a rasping tool. Whets are the particles produced by sharpening a blade or knife.