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protrusion.

The act of protruding.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/pɹəˈtɹuːʒən/
  1. The act of protruding.

    uncountable
  2. The state of being protruded.

    uncountable
    A reduction in growth was accompanied by protrusion of the calyx.
  3. Anything that protrudes.

    countable
Where this word comes from

From French protrusion.

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