Jut

Part of speech: verb

Pronunciation: /d͡ʒʌt/

Definitions

1. To extend outward or protrude from a surface, creating a noticeable edge or projection that is distinct from the surrounding area
2. To stick out or extend beyond a surface, making a sharp or prominent point
3. To push or throw forward from a boundary, forming a visible jutting part

Etymology: The verb "jut" is an alteration of the older "jetten", which meant "to strut" or "to be showy," so the original picture was of someone swaggering forward rather than something sticking out. The sense of a part projecting past a boundary grew out of that idea of thrusting oneself forward into view. "Jetten" is itself closely related to the word "jet," the sort of projecting or spurting motion we still associate with water or flame shooting out of an opening.

Synonyms: protrude, extend, stick out

Antonyms: recede, sink