Meaning of the word limb in English

What does limb mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

limb

US /lɪm/

UK /lɪm/

an arm or leg of a human being, or a corresponding appendage of another animal

Example:

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The accident resulted in the loss of a limb.

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The monkey used all four limbs to climb the tree.

Synonym:

appendage extremity

a large branch of a tree

Example:

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The child climbed out onto a thick limb of the oak tree.

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Birds were perched on every limb of the old tree.

Synonym:

branch bough

to dismember (a person or animal)

Example:

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The ancient punishment was to limb the traitor.

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They threatened to limb anyone who defied them.

Synonym:

dismember mutilate

Related Word:

loose-limbed out on a limb