protrude
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Definitions
v.
To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward.
伸出,突出,凸出
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.protrude from the surface从表面突出
- 2.protrude beyond伸出……之外
- 3.protrude outward向外凸出
- 4.protrude through穿透……伸出
Example Sentences
- 1.
A sharp nail began to protrude from the old wooden floorboard.
- 2.
The rock shelf was found to protrude several meters beyond the cliff face.
- 3.
His collarbone appeared to protrude slightly after the fall.