knurl vs protuberance

knurl

noun
  • A lined or crossgrained pattern of ridges or indentations rolled or pressed into a part for grip. 

  • A crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection. 

  • A contorted knot in wood. 

verb
  • To roll or press a pattern of ridges or indentations into a part for grip. 

protuberance

noun
  • A bulge, knob, swelling, spine or anything that protrudes. 

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