noun🔗ShareLoupes, broussinsA tree growth in which the grain has grown in a deformed manner."The woodworker admired the table's surface, noticing the beautiful swirls and patterns created by the burls in the cherry wood. "L'ébéniste admirait la surface de la table, remarquant les magnifiques tourbillons et motifs créés par les loupes dans le bois de cerisier.natureplantmaterialbiologyenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareLoupeWood of a mottled veneer, usually cut from such a growth."The artisan crafted a beautiful bowl from the exotic burls, showcasing the wood's unique swirling patterns. "L'artisan a fabriqué un magnifique bol à partir de la loupe exotique, mettant en valeur les motifs tourbillonnants uniques du bois.materialappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareNœuds, boulochesA knot or lump in thread or cloth."The new sweater had several annoying burls sticking out from the knitted fabric. "Le nouveau pull avait plusieurs nœuds ennuyeux qui dépassaient du tissu tricoté.materialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareÉpongerTo remove the knots in cloth."The textile worker carefully burls the wool fabric to ensure a smooth surface before it's dyed. "L'ouvrier textile éponger soigneusement le tissu de laine pour assurer une surface lisse avant de le teindre.materialworkindustrytechnicalprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading