knurl Antonyms

Meaning of knurl

Webster

knurl (n.)

A contorted knot in wood; a crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection.

One who, or that which, is crossgrained.

Webster

knurl (v. t.)

To provide with ridges, to assist the grasp, as in the edge of a flat knob, or coin; to mill.

knurl Sentence Examples

  1. The screwdriver has a knurled handle for a secure grip.
  2. The knurled knob on the machine allows for precise adjustments.
  3. The knurling on the metal rod provides a better gripping surface.
  4. The knurled nut prevents it from slipping when tightened.
  5. The knurled surface of the dumbbell handles helps to prevent slipping during exercise.
  6. The knurled knob on the camera lens allows for easy focusing.
  7. The knurled grip on the bicycle handlebars offers better control and comfort during riding.
  8. The knurled surface of the handrail provides a secure hold when climbing the stairs.
  9. The knurled knob on the kitchen faucet allows for easy adjustment of the water flow.
  10. The knurled knob on the radio allows for precise tuning of the stations.

FAQs About the word knurl

A contorted knot in wood; a crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection., One who, or that which, is crossgrained., To provide with ridges, to ass

nub, bump, snag, swelling,knob, dilatation, section, protuberance, overhang, obtrusion

indentation, cavity,cavity, dent, hollow, hole, pit, pit, recess, concave

The screwdriver has a knurled handle for a secure grip.

The knurled knob on the machine allows for precise adjustments.

The knurling on the metal rod provides a better gripping surface.

The knurled nut prevents it from slipping when tightened.