CultureAugust 25, 2026

knurled

NURLD

Definition

Having a textured or ridged surface, typically used on metal parts to improve grip or provide a decorative, tactile finish.

Etymology

Originating from late 17th-century English, 'knurl' likely comes from the Middle English 'knor' or 'knurre,' meaning a knot or swelling, and is related to the word 'gnarl'.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the watch's crowns, which feature a textured surface that allows the wearer to grip and rotate them more easily.

A World in Platinum: The Andersen Genève Communication 45 and the Art of the Worldtimer

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