A protrusiona part or shape that sticks out from a surface is something that sticks out from a surface or the act of sticking out. It can describe a visible bump or a projectingextending outward from a surface or object part, and it is also used for the action of extending outwardmoving or extending toward the outside.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /proh-TROO-zhən/
Easy pronunciation: proh-TROO-zhən (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the second syllable: TROO.
Noun meaning something that sticks out or bulges from a surface.
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Protrusion Meaning
a bump or part that sticks out
Part of speech: noun
Definition: something that bulges out or projects from its surroundings
Example: There was a small protrusion on the wall where the pipe came through.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- bulge — A common word for something that sticks out.
- bump — Works well for a noticeable raised part.
- hump — Can fit for a rounded raised shape, though it is more informal.
- prominence — Can mean a part that sticks out, but is a bit more formal.
- protuberance — A close synonym for a rounded part that projects outward.
- swelling — Fits when the protrusion looks swollen or raised.
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Other Meanings of Protrusion
Meaning 2
the action of sticking out
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the act of projecting out from something
Example: The protrusion of the shelf made the hallway feel narrower.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- jut — Works when something sticks out sharply.
- jutting — More often used as a descriptive form, but can relate to the act of sticking out.
- projection — A standard word for something extending outward.
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Protrusion Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- bulge
- bump
- protuberance
the act of projecting out from something
- jut
- projection
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Common Mistakes
- Using protrusion to mean the act of protruding when a visible bump or projecting part is meant.
- Treating projection and jut as perfect synonyms in every context; they fit best when something sticks out, but not always for a physical bump.
- Using extrusion for a simple bump or raised part; it usually has a more technical or process-related meaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does protrusion mean?
A protrusion is something that sticks out from a surface, or the act of sticking out.
What is a simple synonym for protrusion?
A simple synonym is bump. Depending on the context, bulge or protuberance may also work.
Is protrusion always a physical object?
No. It can describe a physical bump or extension, or the action of projecting outward.
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