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Meaning of protruding
The primary meaning of "protruding" is extending or sticking out from something.
Etymology of protruding
The word "protruding" comes from the Latin "protrudere", which means to thrust forward, with "pro-" meaning forward and "trudere" meaning to thrust
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that sticks out or projects from a surface
Synonyms
bulging
extending
jutting
overhanging
protrusive
prominent
bulgy
sticking out
thrusting
projecting
extruding
emerging
issuing
looming
outstanding
salient
conspicuous
noticeable
evident
visible
palpable
manifest
striking
marked
pronounced
protuberant
excrescent
Definitions
- Extending or sticking out from something
- * Projecting or jutting out from a surface or edge
- * Prominent or conspicuous, attracting attention
Usage Examples
- The picture frame had a protruding edge that scratched the wall
- * Her protruding jaw made her look determined
- * The rocks were protruding from the ground, making it difficult to walk