ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Used when someone or something is markedly better than others in a group; often followed by ～ている to describe a state of being outstanding.
彼はクラスの中で抜きん出ている。
He stands out in his class.
彼女
Her talent is outstanding, leaving others far behind.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
tower above; rise prominently
Describes a physical feature, such as a mountain or building, that stands out conspicuously from its surroundings.
富士山は周囲の山々から抜きん出ている。
Mt. Fuji towers above the surrounding mountains.