protruding

[ proh-troo-ding, pruh- ]

adjective

1. projecting outward, as from a surface:

   The driver pulled in too close to the curb and knocked over the sign with his truck’s protruding side mirror.

   The phone’s protruding camera lens is at a high risk for getting scratched.

Other Words From

• non·pro·trud·ing adjective
• un·pro·trud·ing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of protruding¹

protrud(e) ( def ) + -ing ²( def )

Example Sentences

Swordfish attacks are extremely uncommon and death is even rarer, but their sharp protruding noses are formidable weapons for these predatory fish and can make for deadly encounters.

From Los Angeles Times

On his chest, the bullet wounds are circular and protruding.

From BBC

After opening the door, officers saw a handgun protruding from Lopez’s waistband.

From Los Angeles Times

Winter had put a life vest on the dog resembling a shark, with a dorsal fin protruding from its back.

From Los Angeles Times

The fleshy auriculae protruding on either side of my head are a caricature artist’s dream.

From Salon

Related Words

• arresting
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