What is another word for Knur?

Pronunciation: [nˈɜː] (IPA)

Knur is a term for a small knob or knot on a tree. Some other words that can be used as synonyms for knur include gnarl, bump, nub, protuberance, excrescence, and bulge. These words indicate a rough and uneven surface or growth on the wood that might even protrude out a bit. While some of these can be used interchangeably, they do differ according to the type and size of the growth. Usually, the word knur refers to a pointy outgrowth, whereas nub or bump could refer to a more rounded growth. In any case, these words are all useful to have on hand when describing the texture and features of wood or other natural objects.

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What are the hypernyms for Knur?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Knur

That Knur and spell, the game so popular still in Yorkshire, was once a favourite pastime in Kendal is attested by the following entry, dated April, 1657: It is ordered by the Court that all such persons, inhabitants within this borough, above the age of twelve years, that hereafter shall play in the streets at a game commonly called Kattstick and Bullvett shall forfeit and incur the penalty of 12d.
"Bygone Cumberland and Westmorland"
Daniel Scott

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