protrusive
projecting or protuberant; thrusting forward, upward, or outward.
Archaic. pushing forward; having propulsive force.
Origin of protrusive
1Other words from protrusive
- pro·tru·sive·ly, adjective
- pro·tru·sive·ness, noun
- non·pro·tru·sive, adjective
- non·pro·tru·sive·ly, adverb
- non·pro·tru·sive·ness, noun
- un·pro·tru·sive, adjective
- un·pro·tru·sive·ly, adverb
Words Nearby protrusive
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How to use protrusive in a sentence
If they are not mere lumps, their ornament is hideously heavy and protrusive.
American Sketches | Charles WhibleyThe protrusive jaw was thrust up under E. Van Tenner's retiring nose.
The Beggar's Purse | Samuel Hopkins AdamsA serviceable pith helmet barely overhung the protrusive goggles.
The Unspeakable Perk | Samuel Hopkins AdamsLikewise did they scream with protrusive energy: 'Give us back our lost Trades!'
Temporal Power | Marie CorelliHis lean throat was erect, his chin protrusive, the set of his shoulders proud and defiant.
The Carpet from Bagdad | Harold MacGrath
British Dictionary definitions for protrusive
/ (prəˈtruːsɪv) /
tending to project or jut outwards
a less common word for obtrusive
archaic causing propulsion
Derived forms of protrusive
- protrusively, adverb
- protrusiveness, noun
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