Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
limb
noun
/lɪm/
Definition
A limb is a large or major part of the body, such as an arm or leg.
Examples
- She injured her limb while playing soccer.
- The tree’s limbs reached out far, providing plenty of shade.
- He used a prosthetic limb after his accident.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘limb’ can refer to any of the projecting parts of a tree or a structure.
Synonyms
- appendage
- extremity
- member
- branch
