burl meaning and definition

BURL noun

Definition of burl (noun)

1. the wood cut from a tree burl or outgrowth; often used decoratively in veneer
2. a large rounded outgrowth on the trunk or branch of a tree
3. soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design
   • synonyms: knot, slub

BURL verb

Definition of burl (verb)

1. remove the burls from cloth