gnarled

Meanings

• adjective

  having the appearance of something gnarled or twisted, often in a way that suggests age or strength.

  - "The old tree's gnarled branches reached out towards the sky."
  - "The gnarled roots of the ancient oak tree formed an intricate network beneath the ground."

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Synonyms

gnarly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gnarled
marl , parcel , marble , carrel

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Variants

List of all variants of gnarled that leads to same result
gnarled , gnarl , gnarling , gnarls

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Etymology

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Old English gnarle, from gnornian, to gnarl or twist.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'gnarled' comes from Old English gnarle, which means 'to gnarl or twist'.

2. The gnarled bark of a tree can provide important clues about its age and history.

3. In some cultures, gnarled trees are considered sacred or symbolic of strength and resilience.

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Related Concepts

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1. twisted: Related concept: having a distorted or irregular shape

2. ancient: Related concept: something that is very old

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'gnarled' is often used to describe old, twisted trees or other objects that have withstood the test of time. It can also be used metaphorically to describe people or situations that have undergone great hardship or transformation.

How to Memorize "gnarled"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a tree with gnarled branches that twist and turn in all directions. Visualize the texture and feel of the tree's bark, rough and twisted, as you touch it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gnarled' with the image of an old tree or other twisted object. Remember the feeling of age and strength that comes with the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym GNARLED: 'Gnarled' is an adjective that describes something old and twisted, just like an ancient tree with gnarled branches.

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