Definition: something twisted and tight and swollen
Usage: their muscles stood out in knots; the old man's fists were two great gnarls; his stomach was in knots
Similar words: distorted shape, distortion
Definition: a shape resulting from distortion
Synonyms: murmur, mutter, gnarl, grumble, croak
Definition: make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
Usage: she grumbles when she feels overworked
Similar words: sound off, kvetch, kick, quetch, plain, complain
Definition: express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
Usage: My mother complains all day; She has a lot to kick about
Synonyms: gnarl
Definition: twist into a state of deformity
Usage: The wind has gnarled this old tree
Similar words: turn, twist, bend, flex, deform
Definition: cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
Usage: bend the rod; twist the dough into a braid; the strong man could turn an iron bar