ˈbərlər; ˈbə̄lə(r, ˈbəil- noun
( -s )
Etymology: burl (II) + -er
1. : one that removes loose threads, knots, and other imperfections from cloth
2. : one that inspects rugs before the finishing process, mends dropped stitches on the back, and pulls matching yarn into spots where tufts are missing or shearing is uneven