To roll or press a pattern of ridges or indentations into a part for grip.
A crossgrained protuberance; a nodule; a boss or projection.
A contorted knot in wood.
A lined or crossgrained pattern of ridges or indentations rolled or pressed into a part for grip.
To mark with stripes; to wale.
Boon, benefit.
A raised, longitudinal wound, usually purple, on the surface of flesh caused by a stroke of a rod or whip; a welt.
Specifically, the general happiness of a community, country etc. (often with qualifying word).
Welfare, prosperity.