I trade my dust for light...

Daily Riddle #93—Nov 20, 2025

Riddle of the Day

I dine on steel with patient grit,
I trade my dust for light.
In oil or water, stroke by stroke,
I give a blade its bite.
What am I?

MetaRiddle of the Day

Solve the metaphor in each line with a single word, then put the three words in order. Thinking about whether they can make a plausible sentence will help you rule out incorrect responses. …