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protrusion

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ʁɨˈsaltu/res·sal·to

Definitions

2
1

A part that sticks out from a surface.

Usage examples

“A sharp protrusion on the wall scraped my arm.”
“The architectural design features several protrusions.”

Common combinations

sharp protrusionrock protrusion
2

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something.

Usage examples

“The report placed emphasis on early intervention.”
“I must add emphasis to the need for confidentiality.”

Common combinations

place emphasis onwith emphasis