1. to stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary

Examples

• The nail protruded from the wooden board.
• His broken arm protruded from the cast at an odd angle.
• Tree roots protruded from the ground near the sidewalk.
• The rock protruded dangerously into the hiking path.
• Her keys protruded from her jacket pocket.
• The balcony protruded from the second floor of the building.