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knurl

 

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Term: knurl

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A small ridged or notched pattern on a surface, typically used for grip or decoration.

Example sentence 1: The handle of the knife had a knurl pattern to prevent it from slipping.

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Sense 2: A metal or woodworker's tool used to produce a series of small ridges or notches on a piece of material.

Example sentence 2: The woodworker used a knurl to create decorative patterns on the table legs.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To create small ridges or notches on a surface.

Example sentence 1: The blacksmith expertly knurled the metal handle of the hammer.

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Sense 2: To grip or hold onto something tightly.

Example sentence 2: He knurled the edge of the coin between his fingers, trying to keep it from slipping.

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