Meaning & use
protrude
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To extend out beyond a surface or surrounding area; to stick out.
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A rusty nail protruded from the old wooden plank.
His collarbone protruded slightly after years of poor posture.
A note on using this word
Commonly used in both everyday and technical or medical contexts, such as describing a protruding disc, tooth, or piece of hardware.
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projectjut out
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