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knaur

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɔːr/

KK: /nɔr/

noun
Definition

A knot or bump on a tree trunk, often caused by a growth or injury.


Example

The carpenter carefully removed the knaur from the wood to ensure a smooth finish.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that tree with the strange knaur on it?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looked really unique!
Sloth A
I wonder how it formed; I've never seen a knaur like that before.
Sloth B
Nature is fascinating — those knots can tell us a lot about the tree's life.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
burl
knot
gall
Antonyms
Root Explanation

The word 'knaur' originates from Old English 'cnaur', meaning a knot or a knob. It refers specifically to a protuberance or a knot on a tree or a similar object.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'knot' when you hear 'knaur' — it helps you remember that a knaur is a knot or a knob on a tree.

Visually Confused Words
knur
knar
knurl
knark
kauri
kapur
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