extrusion

noun

ex·​tru·​sion ik-ˈstrü-zhən How to pronounce extrusion (audio)
: the act or process of extruding
also : a form or product produced by this process

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Never mind the textile’s composition; even the slightest tweak—the method of polymer extrusion, the temperature of the dyebath, the thread density, the type of bonding or lamination—can significantly impact its behavior. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Nov. 2025 Fast extrusion, quiet operation, impressive cooling capabilities, and intelligent calibration cement its excellence. PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025 Rather than individual tasks involved in complex structures like tying rebar and assembling wood panels, Charlotte uses an extrusion system to 3D print the aforementioned compressed building material in successive layers on its own – moving along and raising up on its spider legs. Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2025 According to the website, the robot is a product of Crest Robotics’ advanced capabilities combined with Earthbuilt Technology’s extrusion and compaction systems. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for extrusion

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin extrusion-, extrusio, from Latin extrudere

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of extrusion was in 1540

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“Extrusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extrusion. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

extrusion

noun
ex·​tru·​sion ik-ˈstrü-zhən How to pronounce extrusion (audio)
: 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 How to pronounce extrusion (audio)
: the act or process of extruding
extrusion of proteins from cells
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