as in projections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
the bizarrely shaped protrusions of a coral reef
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Recent Examples of protrusions
The 10a’s completely flat back is a rarity among smartphones, most of which have substantial protrusions that house their camera optics, causing those devices to wobble when placed on a table.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The female’s back is covered in small protrusions that resemble popped kernels of popcorn, inspiring its genus name Zea, derived from the corn plant.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
This protein is needed for the formation of cilia — hairlike protrusions that cells can use to move — as well as in the assembly of the mitotic spindle that organizes chromosomes during cell division, and for the transport of neurotransmitters in neurons.
—Quanta Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025
Karst formations, a porous rock, stick out as jagged protrusions in between lush forest and provide plenty of places for small creatures to hide.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Their name comes from the unique protrusions on their back that resemble horns and serve as a defense mechanism against predators including other sharks, elephant seals and some large fish.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Improper footwear may cause or exacerbate bunions, protrusions of the big toe knuckles.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2025
Advertisement In other cases, however, the protrusions can affect the rabbits’ eyes and mouth, preventing them from being able to eat, drink, or see clearly.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The female’s back is covered in small protrusions that resemble popped kernels of popcorn, inspiring its genus name Zea, derived from the corn plant.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
This protein is needed for the formation of cilia — hairlike protrusions that cells can use to move — as well as in the assembly of the mitotic spindle that organizes chromosomes during cell division, and for the transport of neurotransmitters in neurons.
—Quanta Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025
Karst formations, a porous rock, stick out as jagged protrusions in between lush forest and provide plenty of places for small creatures to hide.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Their name comes from the unique protrusions on their back that resemble horns and serve as a defense mechanism against predators including other sharks, elephant seals and some large fish.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Improper footwear may cause or exacerbate bunions, protrusions of the big toe knuckles.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2025
Advertisement In other cases, however, the protrusions can affect the rabbits’ eyes and mouth, preventing them from being able to eat, drink, or see clearly.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protrusions
Noun
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Belt tightening, more optimistic revenue projections, lower-than-expected costs and reserve funds in varying degrees helped state and local government spending plans avoid yawning deficits.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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The psychological thriller has obliterated projections, with early tracking suggesting a $40 million to $50 million domestic debut.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
31 May 2026
Noun
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As does the Buddha’s Hand, a pulp-less lemon with fragrant, yellowy finger-like protuberances best for zesting, candying, and making infusions for teas, simple syrups, marinades, and libations.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Described as bright green with small protuberances on its back, the frog belongs to the Gastrotheca genus, a group of marsupial frogs found in Central and South America.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2026
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It’s made from a four-way stretch fabric that shapes, smoothes, and minimizes bumps or bulges that may show through your T-shirt.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2026
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Scientists usually expect the central bulges of elliptical galaxies to form rapidly and thus be dominated by low-mass stars.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There's no way of knowing how many seats are left in any of the sections — and many fans who bought those expensive Category 1 tickets have complained they got stuck in less desirable seats, such as behind corners.—
Rafael Nam,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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Kalshi and Polymarket each have leaderboards on their platforms as well as comment sections where users can interact with each other through text and even GIFs.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Make sure your grill is a few feet from your home and far away from awning overhangs, plants, etc.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Raymond James upgrades Invitation Homes and AMH to outperform from market perform The firm says several industry overhangs are poised to be removed due to a housing affordability bill advancing through Congress.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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Other award-winning sites include a place with a drive-in movie theater near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Utah, geodesic domes in Texas, safari tents in Kentucky, a secluded tent getaway in the Catskills of New York and a converted school bus outside Lake Huron in Michigan.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
18 May 2026
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“Protrusions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protrusions. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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