knurled

[ nurld ]

adjective

1. having small ridges on the edge or surface; milled.
2. having knurls or knots; gnarled.

Word History and Origins

Origin of knurled¹

First recorded in 1605–15; knurl + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Relating to case goods and cabinetry in the kitchen and bath, elements such as ribbing and knurled hardware remain popular.

From Seattle Times

Whatever you use them for, you’ll be doing it in style; the knobs are colorful and knurled at the top, which should help you grip something that’s otherwise approximately the size of a large Q-Tip.

From The Verge

It has knurled wheels and dials.

From Washington Post

There's "an object bearing a knurled, rounded metallic-colored end with a black face, a large hole, and an apparent screw head, bearing a strong resemblance to the Microtech SBD Dagger," said the note.

From Salon

Maybe one of those bumpy, knurled massage balls?

From Washington Post