extrusion

noun

ex·​tru·​sion ik-ˈstrü-zhən 

: the act or process of extruding

also : a form or product produced by this process

Examples of extrusion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Unifi and 10 other North and Central American yarn producers launched YarnProof, an initiative using FibreTrace technology to embed an invisible, permanent tracer into polyester filament yarn during extrusion. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

The expansion includes more than 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space, new extrusion and power-conductor lines, and plans to add 75 to 100 jobs at the site. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026

The use of bronze dies in extrusion presses also produces noodles with rough, porous surfaces that better absorb sauce and enhance the texture and flavor of pasta dishes. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026

The print head and extrusion system on the Max 4 are clearly designed around high-temperature engineering materials rather than just fast PLA printing. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin extrusion-, extrusio, from Latin extrudere

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for extrusion

• allusion
• collusion
• conclusion
• confusion
• contusion
• delusion
• diffusion
• effusion
• exclusion
• illusion
• inclusion
• infusion

Kids Definition

extrusion

noun

ex·​tru·​sion ik-ˈstrü-zhən 

: the act or process of extruding

also : a form or product produced by this process

Medical Definition

extrusion

noun

ex·​tru·​sion ik-ˈstrü-zhən 

: the act or process of extruding

extrusion of proteins from cells