sweeney
/ˈswini/
noun
- A tool used by a farrier (a person who shoes horses) to trim and shape a horse's hoof.
- After cleaning the hoof, he reached for his sweeney to smooth the edges.
- A good sweeney is essential for keeping a horse's hooves healthy and balanced.
- The farrier used a sweeney to carefully trim the horse's hoof before fitting the shoe.
- A type of knife or cutting tool used in leatherworking or other crafts.
- A sweeney can be dangerous if not handled carefully, so always cut away from your body.
- She used a sweeney to make precise cuts in the leather for the wallet.
- The leatherworker sharpened his sweeney before cutting the thick belt strap.