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protuberance

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. protuberance
2. projection

This noun refers to a protrusion or projection, something that sticks out from a surface. It is used in anatomy, engineering, and biology to describe bumps, spikes, or jutting parts on an object or organism.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There's a protuberance at the base of the kitchen faucet and it's a pain to clean.

Sentence 2

The expert pointed out "insufficient strength in the protruding section."

Sentence 3

Before mass production, we'll add a deburring step around the protrusion.

Sentence 4

The audit flagged a "sharp protrusion on the safety cover" as a concern.

Sentence 5

At which stage did the deformation of the protrusion occur?