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I have heard this term in relation to the... the tread pattern... of off-road vehicle tires, but also in relation to hiking boots. The soles of boots or the surface of the tires have 'lugs' or 'knobs' so as to provide a more suitable grip under slippery conditions.
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What is a synonym for knobby?
lumpy, bumpy, knurled
What does the name Knobby mean?
lumpy, bumpy, or knurled
What is the definition for tread?
As a verb, tread means the way someone is walking. As a noun, tread can mean the top of a stair (where you step on), or the tread of a tire.
In Grendel what poetic device is used in the phrase ragged little bands that roamed the forest on foot (31)?
Alliteration-apexs
What is the origin of the phrase nerve-racking?
The phrase became popular at the beginning of the 1800's meaning very distressing or exhausting. There does not seem to be an explanation, so origin not known. As a guess, as England was at war with France from 1799 to 1815 it may be connected to the stress of the conflict.
What is the phrase don't trend on me?
The correct phrase is Don't tread on me. Tread can either refer to the soles of shoes or now, car tires. Tread exerts pressure against a surface and can even mar or mark the surface. The saying is a metaphor.
What phrase is printed on the famous rattlesnake flag?
"Don't Tread On Me"
When was Knobby rocksnail created?
Knobby rocksnail was created in 1868.
What is the adjectives to the sentence the giraffes have long legs and knobby knees?
Long and knobby
When was Hainan Knobby Newt created?
Hainan Knobby Newt was created in 1984.
What is a sentence for the word knobby?
Here is an example sentence with the word "knobby":The round joints of a horse's knobby knees are hard to draw - even experienced artists can find this challenging!
What was the phrase Don't Thread Me?
I am guessing that the phrase you really have in mind is "Don't Tread On Me." "Tread" is another word for "step." This phrase, along with a picture of a snake, is on the Gadsden Flag, designed during the American Revolution. The idea was if the English continued oppressing the Americans, they would put themselves in danger, as if stepping on a snake and being bitten.
Does a sand spider have knobby joints?
The spiders do have knobby joints. They u's them to walk when they bend their eight legs
What is a Phrase meaning 'not requiring further explanation'?
Self-evident
How do you use the word knobby in a sentence?
When she appeared in the doorway, he could see that she had ashy, knobby knees. One hazard in the swamp is the large number of knobby cypress stumps that lie just under the surface of the water.
What is the best explanation of the phrase minutely detailed?
well-timed ideas
Can you put knobby tires on street motorcycle?
Yes, you can technically put knobby tires on a street motorcycle but this is not recommended for street use. Sport bikes tend to be too heavy and difficult to control off of the road even with knobby tires.
