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What does protrude mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word protrude? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. To extend from, above or beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward; to stick out.
  2. To thrust forward; to drive or force along.
  3. To thrust out, as through a narrow orifice or from confinement; to cause to come forth.
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Long stems of summer flowering hardy jasmine that protrude from their support can be cut back to tidy them up.
The taste buds of the lake sturgeon protrude from the toothless mouth and are used to help in the selection of food.
The grills for these protrude from the case and prevent the Topspeed unit from sitting flush with the case.
Cut off any unwanted growth and take back older side shoots that protrude too far out.
Neither can the shirtsleeve protrude just the right length beyond the coat sleeve or be wide enough for the kinds of cufflinks you favour.
Ice worms propel themselves using setae, extremely small bristles that protrude from the sides of their bodies.

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