Definitions for extremity

Definitions for (noun) extremity

Main entry: member, appendage, extremity

Definition: an external body part that projects from the body

Usage: it is important to keep the extremities warm


Main entry: extremity

Definition: that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso


Main entry: extremity

Definition: the outermost or farthest region or point


Main entry: extremity

Definition: the greatest or utmost degree

Usage: the extremity of despair


Main entry: extremity

Definition: an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease)


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