knob

noun
UK /nɒb/
US /nɑːb/

A round handle you turn to open a door or make something work.

She turned the knob to open the door.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small round lump or bump on a surface.

The tree trunk had a big knob on its side.

3. A small amount of butter.

He added a knob of butter to the pan.

4. A rounded control on a machine or device.

Turn the volume knob to make the music louder.