Meaning Of The Word Burl

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What's The Definition Of Burl?

burl in American English
a knot in wool, thread, yarn, etc. that gives a nubby appearance to cloth
having a finish or veneer of or like burl
to finish (cloth) by taking out the burls, loose threads, etc.
noun: a small knot or lump in wool, thread, or cloth
transitive verb: to remove burls from (cloth) in finishing

burl in British English 1
noun: a small knot or lump in wool
verb: to remove the burls from (cloth)

burl in British English 2
noun: an attempt; try (esp in the phrase give it a burl)

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