-ˈtrüd verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Latin protrudere, from pro- pro- (I) + trudere to thrust — more at threat
transitive verb
1. archaic : to thrust forward : drive or force along
2. : to thrust out through or as if through a narrow orifice : cause to project or stick out
to protrude one's tongue
intransitive verb
: to jut out beyond the surrounding surface or context
tall apartment buildings perch on the top of rocky cliffs or protrude from hillsides — American Guide Series: New York City
memories protruded into his consciousness
Synonyms: see buldge