Extremities: meaning, definitions and examples

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extremities

[ ɪkˈstrɛmɪtiz ]

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human anatomy

The furthest point or limit of something, especially when compared with other parts.

Synonyms

appendages, edges, limbs

Examples of usage

The extremities of the body include the hands, feet, arms, and legs.
During winter, it is important to keep the extremities warm to prevent frostbite.

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emotional state

The intense or extreme nature of a feeling, emotion, or situation.

Synonyms

extremeness, intensity, severity

Examples of usage

She felt the extremities of joy and sorrow within the span of a single day.
The extremities of the situation called for immediate action.

Translations

Translations of the word "extremities" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extremidades

🇮🇳 छोर

🇩🇪 Extremitäten

🇮🇩 ekstremitas

🇺🇦 кінцівки

🇵🇱 kończyny

🇯🇵 四肢

🇫🇷 extrémités

🇪🇸 extremidades

🇹🇷 ekstremiteler

🇰🇷 사지

🇸🇦 أطراف

🇨🇿 končetiny

🇸🇰 končatiny

🇨🇳 四肢

🇸🇮 okončine

🇮🇸 útlimir

🇰🇿 қол-аяқ

🇬🇪 ქაოსები

🇦🇿 ətraflar

🇲🇽 extremidades

Word origin

The word 'extremities' originates from the Latin word 'extremitas', which means 'the outermost part' or 'the utmost limits'. The term has been used in English since the late 16th century to refer to the furthest points or limits of something. Over time, it has also come to be used metaphorically to describe the intense or extreme nature of emotions or situations.