Definition

Verb: * To extend outward or project beyond a main line or surface; to protrude.

Usage

The verb "jut out" describes something that extends or sticks out from its surroundings in a noticeable, often abrupt or sharp, way. It is typically used for physical objects or features.

Examples

• His chin jutted out defiantly. (His chin projected forward in a defiant manner.)
• A wooden pier juts out into the lake. (A wooden pier extends out over the water.)
• The balcony juts out from the side of the building. (The balcony projects from the building's facade.)

Advanced Usage

• "jut out over/into/from": The preposition following "jut out" specifies the spatial relationship.
  • The cliff juts out over the sea. (The cliff projects over the water.)
  • A peninsula juts out into the bay. (A landmass extends into the bay.)
• It can be used figuratively to describe something non-physical that is prominent or conspicuous.
  • One particular issue jutted out from the long list of complaints. (One issue was notably prominent among the many complaints.)

Variants and Related Words

• Jut (verb): A slightly more concise form with the same meaning.
  • The rock jutted from the hillside.
• Jutting (adjective/participle): Describing something that protrudes.
  • He has a jutting jaw.
• Protrude (verb): A more formal synonym.
• Project (verb): A synonym often used in technical or architectural contexts.
• Stick out (phrasal verb): A common, more informal synonym.

Synonyms

• Protrude
• Project
• Stick out
• Bulge out
• Extend

Related Phrasal Verbs / Idioms

• Stick out: (Informal) To protrude or be very noticeable.
  • His ears stick out. / Her talent sticks out from the rest of the team.
• Stand out: To be clearly visible or noticeably different.
  • The red house really stands out on the street. (While similar, "stand out" emphasizes visibility or distinction more than physical projection.)

Verb

1. extend out or project in space
   • His sharp nose jutted out
   • A single rock sticks out from the cliff