knurl
The word “knurl” has 1 syllable: knurl
It's pronounced as /nɜrl/
What is synonym and antonym for knurl?
In the thesaurus, “knurl” has 33 synonyms and 28 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for knurl along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for knurl
- blob
- block
- bulge
- bump
- bunch
- convexity
- dilatation
- dome
- enlargement
- escalation
- expansion
- gibbosity
- hill
- hump
- increase
- jut
- knob
- knot
- lump
- mound
- nub
- obtrusion
- overhang
- piece
- portion
- projection
- protrusion
- protuberance
- puff
- section
- snag
- swell
- swelling
Antonyms for knurl
- basin
- bowl
- cavity
- concave
- concavity
- crater
- dent
- depression
- dimple
- dint
- dip
- furrow
- gouge
- groove
- hole
- hollow
- impression
- indent
- indentation
- indenture
- notch
- pit
- recess
- trench
- trough
- valley
- well
Meanings of 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
- To roll or press a pattern of ridges or indentations into a part for grip.
Example Sentences
- The metal grip has a fine knurl for better handling.
- He added a textured knurl to the knob to prevent slipping.
- The craftsman carefully cut each knurl by hand.
- This tool features a diamond-pattern knurl on its handle.
- A shallow knurl can still provide enough friction for a secure grip.
On this page you'll find 61 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to knurl, such as: basin, blob, block, bowl, bulge, bump, bunch.
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