knurl -- Ann

knurl (nûrl)

n.

1. A knob, knot, or other small protuberance.

2. One of a series of small ridges or grooves on the surface or edge of a metal object, such as a thumbscrew, to aid in gripping.

tr.v. knurled, knurl·ing, knurls

To provide with knurls; mill.

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[Probably diminutive of knur.]

As we age, Ann keeps the knurl ready for unscrewing the lid off of her peanut butter.