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- Dictionaryex·trem·i·ty/ikˈstremədē/
noun
- 1. the furthest point or limit of something: "the peninsula's western extremity" Similar Opposite
- 2. the extreme degree or nature of something: "the extremity of the violence concerns us" Similar
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The meaning of EXTREMITY is the farthest or most remote part, section, or point. How to use extremity in a sentence.
EXTREMITY definition: 1. the furthest point, especially from the centre: 2. the parts of the human body furthest from…. Learn more.
the extreme or terminal point, limit, or part of something. Synonyms: boundary, border, verge, termination, end. a limb of the body. Usually extremities. the end part of a limb, as a hand or foot: to experience cold in one's extremities.
An extremity is a limb or appendage of the body, particularly the hands and feet. If the weather is cold, you have to be sure to protect your extremities from frostbite by wearing gloves, warm socks, and boots.
EXTREMITY meaning: 1. the furthest point, especially from the centre: 2. the parts of the human body furthest from…. Learn more.
1. the farthest or outermost point or section; termination. 2. the greatest or most intense degree. 3. an extreme condition or state, as of adversity or disease. 4. (Anatomy) a limb, such as a leg, arm, or wing, or the part of such a limb farthest from the trunk. 5. (usually plural) archaic a drastic or severe measure.
The extremity of a situation or of someone's behaviour is the degree to which it is severe, unusual, or unacceptable.
noun. /ɪkˈstreməti/ (plural extremities) [countable] the furthest point, end or limit of something. The lake is situated at the eastern extremity of the mountain range. We travelled the whole distance between the two extremities of the island. Definitions on the go.
Definitions of 'extremity' 1. The extremity of something is its farthest end or edge. [formal] [...] 2. Your extremities are the end parts of your body, especially your hands and feet. [...] 3. The extremity of a situation or of someone's behavior is the degree to which it is severe, unusual, or unacceptable. [...] More.
An extreme measure; severe or strong action. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. More Noun Definitions (2) Synonyms: limb. hand. foot. member. appendage. verge. terminus. tail.
