knurling

[ nur-ling ]
/ ˈnɜr lɪŋ /

noun

a series of knurls, as on a knob.
Architecture. knulling.

Origin of knurling

First recorded in 1605–15; knurl + -ing1

Words nearby knurling

knulling, knur, knurl, knurl toe, knurled, knurling, knurly, knussen, knut, knäckebröd, ko

Definition for knurling (2 of 2)

knurl

or nurl

[ nurl ]
/ nɜrl /

noun

a small ridge or bead, especially one of a series, as on a button for decoration or on the edge of a thumbscrew to assist in obtaining a firm grip.
a knur.

verb (used with object)

to make knurls or ridges on.

Origin of knurl

1600–10; earlier knurle (noun). See knur, -le

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British Dictionary definitions for knurling

knurl

nurl

/ (nɜːl) /

verb (tr)

to impress with a series of fine ridges or serrations

noun

a small ridge, esp one of a series providing a rough surface that can be gripped

Word Origin for knurl

C17: probably from knur