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Gnarly Definition & Meaning

gnarly
adjective
  1. used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots; "gnarled and knotted hands"; "a knobbed stick"

"Gnarly" in song lyrics

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  • "Tattoos make your dude feel gnarly"
    Red Cafe — Hottest in the Hood
  • "This party is so gnarly"
    Rip — Watchin Me
  • "He look angry, energy is gnarly"
    Swollen Members — Devil

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Frequently asked questions

What does gnarly mean?
used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots; "gnarled and knotted hands"; "a knobbed stick"
What part of speech is gnarly?
Gnarly is an adjective.

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