📏protrude

verb
/proʊˈtruːd/

Meaning

To stick out or extend beyond a surface.

Example Sentences

A nail was protruding from the wooden board.

Example Expressions

protrude into view

Synonyms

stick out, extend, bulge, project, jut

Antonyms

recede, contract, withdraw

Collocations

protrude from, protruding object, protrude into view

Related Vocabularies

to poke or push someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object
To gradually decrease in width, thickness, or intensity.
to gather or collect things gradually over time
To sit, lie, or stand in a lazy, relaxed way.
Protected by being placed over or wrapped; hidden from view.
to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear

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