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protuberate

[proh-too-buh-reyt, -tyoo-, pruh-]
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verb (used without object), pro·tu·ber·at·ed, pro·tu·ber·at·ing.
  1. to bulge out, forming a rounded projection.
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Origin of protuberate

1570–80; < Late Latin prōtūberātus, past participle of prōtūberāre. See protuberant, -ate1
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  • The panier with which it pleases the ladies of the period to protuberate their persons was of Chinese origin.

    Punchinello Vol. II., No. 30, October 22, 1870

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British Dictionary definitions for protuberate

protuberate

verb
  1. (intr) rare to swell out or project from the surrounding surface; bulge out
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