Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

knop

noun
/nɒp/
Definition
A knop is a small, rounded, knob-like projection or ornament, often found on furniture or architecture.
Examples
  • The chair featured elegant knops at the ends of the armrests.
  • The designer included intricate knops on the cabinet doors.
  • During the restoration, they replaced damaged knops on the antique table.
Meaning
In decorative terms, a knop can refer to a decorative element that enhances the aesthetic appeal of an object or structure.
Synonyms
  • knob
  • bud
  • protuberance
  • ornament