burl

• 指树干或树枝上圆形隆起的树瘤，或由此切下的木材，常用于装饰性单板；也指纱线中的软结或粗细不匀，或瑕疵，或故意做成的结。

A noun referring to a rounded outgrowth on a tree trunk or branch, or the wood cut from such an outgrowth, often used decoratively in veneer; it can also refer to a soft lump or unevenness in yarn, either an imperfection or created by design.

1. Tree outgrowthC1formal

   A large, rounded, and often knobby growth on the trunk or branch of a tree, typically caused by injury or infection.

   树瘤

   • The woodworker selected a piece of maple with a beautiful burl for the tabletop.
   • Burls on trees are highly prized by artisans for their unique grain patterns.
   • The old oak had a massive burl near its base.

   同义词burrexcrescencegnarl

2. Decorative woodC1formalart

   Wood cut from a tree burl, often used decoratively in veneers and fine woodworking due to its intricate and swirling grain.

   瘿木

   • The cabinet was finished with a burl veneer that gave it a rich, textured look.
   • He crafted a jewelry box from a rare burl of walnut.
   • Burl wood is often used for luxury car interiors and high-end furniture.

   同义词burr

3. Yarn imperfectionC1formal

   A soft lump or unevenness in a yarn or thread, which can be an unintentional flaw or a deliberate design feature for texture.

   纱线瑕疵

   • The knitter noticed a burl in the yarn and had to cut it out.
   • Some fabrics are made with intentional burls to create a rustic, nubby texture.
   • The burl in the thread caused a slight bump in the weave.

   同义词knotnubslub

• 过时动词，意为倒出、过滤或筛滤；也用于从布料上去除结块或不平整之处的语境。

An obsolete verb meaning to pour out, to strain, or to filter; also used in the context of removing knots or irregularities from cloth.

1. Remove burls from clothC2formal

   To remove small knots, lumps, or imperfections from fabric or cloth during the finishing process.

   去除布结

   • The tailor carefully burled the woolen fabric before cutting.
   • She spent hours burling the silk to ensure a smooth surface.
   • In textile mills, workers burl the cloth to remove any defects.