What is the meaning of gnarl?

noun

  • Something twisted and tight and swollen.
    • usage: "their muscles stood out in knots"; "the old man's fists were two great gnarls"; "his stomach was in knots"

verb

  • Twist into a state of deformity.
    • usage: "The wind has gnarled this old tree"
  • Make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath.
    • usage: "she grumbles when she feels overworked"
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