1. A large rounded outgrowth on the trunk or branch of a tree
   "The maple tree's burl was prized by woodworkers for its unique grain pattern"
    
2. The wood cut from a tree burl or outgrowth; often used decoratively in veneer
   "The craftsman used burl wood to create a stunning tabletop"
    
3. Soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design
   "The burls in the fabric added an interesting texture to the garment";
   - slub, knot

1. Remove the burls from cloth
   "The workers burled the fabric to improve its appearance"

Sounds like: birl, birle

Derived forms: burls, burling, burled

Type of: enation, plant process, raggedness, remove, roughness, take, take away, withdraw, wood

Part of: tree

Encyclopedia: Burl, Aubrey