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Definition of protrude

protrude

/proʊˈtruːd/
pro · trude
Adverb:protrusively
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Adjective:protrusive
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Past Simple:protruded
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Past Participle:protruded
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Present Participle:protruding
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protrude Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To extend beyond or above a surface; to stick out.

Example

"A jagged rock began to protrude from the sandy bank as the tide receded."

2

To thrust forward or cause something to stick out.

Example

"The lizard can protrude its long tongue with remarkable speed to catch insects."

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• Rhymes for protrude

• Nearby Words

protracted
protraction
protractor
protrude
protrusion
protrusiveness
protuberance

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin protrudere ('to thrust forward'), composed of pro- ('forward') and trudere ('to thrust, push').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Protrude. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/protrude
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