2. To thrust out, as through a narrow orifice or from confinement; to
cause to come forth.
When . . . Spring protrudes the bursting gems.
Thomson.
Pro*trude", v. i. To shoot out or forth; to be thrust forward; to
extend beyond a limit; to project.
The parts protrude beyond the skin.
Bacon.
Pro*tru"sile (?), a. Capable of being protruded or thrust out;
protractile; protrusive.
Pro*tru"sion (?), n. 1. The act of protruding or thrusting forward, or
beyond the usual limit.