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Vocabulary Entry
burled
|verb • adjective
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V
verb
To shape a piece of wood by cutting away the outer material, often creating a swirling pattern.
Example Sentences
"The craftsman burled the wood to highlight its natural grain."
"She burled the edges of the tabletop to give it a smooth finish."
"They burled the figure to create intricate designs for the sculpture."
A
adjective
Describing wood that has a swirling pattern, often used in woodworking.
Example Sentences
"The burled oak added a unique touch to the furniture."
"He chose a burled maple for the custom cabinetry."
"The artist admired the beautiful burled grain of the bowl."