Definitions

1. noun

a swelling or irregular growth on a tree trunk, especially one caused by a fungus or insect; a piece of decorative wood with a burl

“The furniture maker used a burl to create an intricate design on the table top.”

2. verb

to decorate or ornament something with a burl or burls

“The woodworker chose to burl the entire panel to give it a unique appearance.”

3. verb

to cause to twist or turn, especially by forcing something to grow in a curved or irregular shape

“The plant was burling in the direction of the sunlight.”