Dictionary Check: gnarl

"gnarl" is a valid word!

Scrabble 6 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

something twisted and tight and swollen

Example: "their muscles stood out in knots"
Synonyms:
verb

twist into a state of deformity

Example: "The wind has gnarled this old tree"
verb

make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath

Example: "she grumbles when she feels overworked"

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