hone in


hone in

1. To focus or concentrate on something. It's such a complex problem that it's hard to hone in on just one part of it.2. To make progress toward some goal or end. I think the detective is honing in on us, Jimmy. We better turn ourselves in!See also: hone

hone in

v.1. To advance toward some target, goal, or desired state: The police are honing in on the location of the gang. We don't have the answer yet, but by working together we're definitely honing in.2. To direct one's attention; focus: The lawyer honed in on the discrepancies in my testimony.See also: hone