Gnarl (noun)
na-rl
A rough, knotty protuberance, especially on a tree.
Early 19th century back-formation from gnarled.
Example sentences
“The large gnarl pushed the two branches out, giving the illusion of splitting the blackthorn in two.”
Favonian (adj) fav-oh-nee-un Of or relating to the west wind./ Mild or favorable; propitious. 1650–60; Latin Favōniānus. See Favonius, -an. foehn (more…)
The term ‘gnarly’ is used by offroad bikers to refer to riding over really difficult terrain that creates dangers for the riders.