Phrase guide

jut out

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To protrude; to extend outwards into space; to stick out.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

extend out or project in space

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • His sharp nose jutted out
  • A single rock sticks out from the cliff

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: stick out, protrude, jut, project

Antonyms: none provided

Narrower terms: overhang, thrust, push up, spear, spear up, bulge, bag, cantilever

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Latin: mineō — protrude
  • Latin: prōmineō — protrude
  • Polish: wystawać — protrude
  • Polish: sterczeć — protrude