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.

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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