Pronunciation

/ˈlɪm/

Definitions

• Noun (n): One of the four main branches (an arm or a leg) extending from the human torso. For example: “She broke both her limbs in the accident.”

  • Also used metaphorically to describe a branch or part of something larger: “The tree’s upper limbs were heavy with fruit.”

  • In a figurative sense, it can refer to a field or area of activity: “This project extends into many different limbs of technology.”

  • As a part of a structure or mechanism: “The robot has several articulated limbs for movement.”

• Verb (v): To climb or move using one’s limbs. For example: “He limbed up the tree to rescue the cat.”

Phrases

• “To be out on a limb”: This phrase means to be in a precarious or unsupported position, often because of taking a risk or expressing an unpopular opinion.
• “Limb from limb”: This phrase means to tear or dismember something into separate parts.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The physiotherapist helped him regain strength in his injured limbs.”
• Verb: “The arborist skillfully limbed the overgrown oak tree to improve its health.”

Synonyms

• Arm
• Leg
• Member
• Appendage
• Branch (in a figurative or literal sense)
• Extension (when referring to parts of a structure or mechanism)