Small ridge on the edge of a button or dial Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Small ridge on the edge of a button or dial . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is KNURL.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% KNURL Small ridge on the edge of a button or dial (5)
3% REEF Coral ridge (4) Newsday Oct 28, 2025
3% FRET Fingerboard ridge (4) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Oct 27, 2025
3% ACNE Spots on the dial? (4) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Oct 10, 2025
3% MINOR Small retrospective on cutting edge (5) The Telegraph Toughie Sep 17, 2025
3% STUD Small button (4) (4) The Sun Mini Aug 26, 2025
2% SIDE Edge (4) (4) Mirror Quick Nov 4, 2025
2% CURB Edge of the sidewalk (4) USA Today Nov 3, 2025
2% BRINK Edge (5) (5) Puzzler Oct 31, 2025
2% TONE Dial ___ (telephone sound) (4)
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A "knurl" is a small ridge on the edge of a button or dial, providing better grip. This term is often used in engineering and manufacturing to describe these textured features. Knurling helps prevent slipping and allows for easier manipulation of buttons or dials, especially in situations where a firm grip is essential.