knurl
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noun \ˈnər(-ə)l\Definition of KNURL
1
: a small protuberance, excrescence, or knob
2
: one of a series of small ridges or beads on a metal surface to aid in gripping
— knurled \ˈnər(-ə)ld\ adjective
— knurly \ˈnər-lē\ adjective
Origin of KNURL
probably blend of knur and gnarl
First Known Use: 1608
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