gnarled Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb twist into a state of deformity
   gnarl.
   
   • The wind has gnarled this old tree
2. verb make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
   grumble; gnarl; mutter; murmur; croak.
   
   • she grumbles when she feels overworked
3. adjective satellite used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots
   gnarly; knotted; knobbed; knotty.
   
   • gnarled and knotted hands
   • a knobbed stick

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