knurl

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Noun

knurl noun

A contorted knot in wood.
A crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection.
A lined or crossgrained pattern of ridges or indentations rolled or pressed into a part for grip.

Verb

knurl verb

To roll or press a pattern of ridges or indentations into a part for grip.

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Synonyms

nurl knurler knur knurr nurr knot knotter burr knotwork knop snick hockle running knot tress wreath riveling

Rhymes

churl thirl skirl querl thurl quirl

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