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Protruded: meaning, definitions and examples

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protruded

 

[ prəˈtruːdɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical positioning

Protruded means to extend beyond or above a surface. This term is often used to describe something that sticks out or bulges out from its surrounding area. It can refer to physical objects or even abstract concepts where something is evident or noticeable beyond the usual boundaries. Protruding structure can attract attention or indicate specific features of an object.

Synonyms

bulged, extended, jutted, projected, stood out

Examples of usage

  • The nail protruded from the wooden board.
  • Her teeth protruded slightly, giving her an unusual smile.
  • The mountain range protruded above the clouds.
  • He noticed that the branches of the tree protruded over the sidewalk.

Translations

Translations of the word "protruded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 protruído

🇮🇳 उभरा हुआ

🇩🇪 vorragend

🇮🇩 menonjol

🇺🇦 виступаючий

🇵🇱 wystający

🇯🇵 突出した

🇫🇷 protrudé

🇪🇸 protruido

🇹🇷 çıkıntılı

🇰🇷 튀어나온

🇸🇦 بارز

🇨🇿 vyčnívající

🇸🇰 vystupujúci

🇨🇳 突出的

🇸🇮 izstopajoč

🇮🇸 útskotin

🇰🇿 шығып тұрған

🇬🇪 გამოწვდილი

🇦🇿 çıxan

🇲🇽 protruido

Word origin

The word 'protrude' originates from the Latin word 'protrudere', which means to thrust forward or push out. The Latin root consists of 'pro-', meaning 'forward' or 'in front of', and 'trudere', meaning 'to push or thrust'. This verb form indicates a sense of movement or extension, which has carried over into the modern English usage of the word. The gradual evolution into English included the adaptation of the spelling and pronunciation, ultimately resulting in 'protrude' as we know it today. Historically, protrusion has been a described feature in various contexts, from architecture to anatomy, highlighting the importance of objects that extend beyond their usual boundary.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,908, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.