Pronunciation

/prəˈtruːʒən/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

Protrusion refers to something that juts out or extends beyond the surrounding surface or level, often used to describe a physical bulge, projection, or overhang.

Synonyms

Projection, protuberance, bulge, bump, jut

Antonyms

Depression, recess, indentation

Examples

1. “The protrusion of the rock formation created a striking silhouette against the sky.”

2. “The herniated disc caused a painful protrusion in his lower back.”

Additional Information

Protrusions can occur in various contexts, including anatomy, geology, architecture, and design. They can be natural or man-made and may serve functional, aesthetic, or structural purposes.