burl
noun
a small knot or lump in wool, thread, or cloth.
burler
-
a word derived from
burl.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
In the Cumberland dialect, a birler, or burler, is the master of the revels, who presides over the feast at a Cumberland bidden-wedding, and takes especial care that the drink be plentifully provided.
From Notes and Queries, Number 72, March 15, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by George Bell
Loose threads and knots are carefully cut off by the "burler" and imperfections in the weaving rectified by the "menders."
From Textiles and Clothing by Kate Heintz Watson
