burl (Noun) — The wood cut from a tree burl or outgrowth; often used decoratively in veneer.
burl (Noun) — A large rounded outgrowth on the trunk or branch of a tree.
burl (Noun) — Soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design.
burl (Verb) — Remove the burls from cloth.