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The Clue
Tree knots (6 letter answer)
The Answer
GNARLS
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Notes
The answer GNARLS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
Related Clues
Knots
Twists
Twists into a knot
Definition
GNARL as a noun:
1. (knot, gnarl) = something twisted and tight and swollen; "their muscles stood out in knots"; "the old man's fists were two great gnarls"; "his stomach was in knots"
GNARL as a verb:
1. twist into a state of deformity; "The wind has gnarled this old tree"
2. (murmur, mutter, grumble, croak, gnarl) = make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked"