Extremity (Noun)

Meaning ¹

That part of a limb that is farthest from the torso.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Hyponyms

• Pedal Extremity
• Paw
• Manus
• Mitt

Meaning ²

The greatest or utmost degree; "the extremity of despair".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

• Ultimateness

Related Words

• Extreme (adjective)

Meaning ³

An extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease).

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

• Hardship
• Hard Knocks

Related Words

• Extreme (adjective)

Meaning ⁴

The outermost or farthest region or point.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Hypernyms

• Part

Hyponyms

• Extreme
• Bound
• Bounds
• Terminal
• Extremum

Related Words

• Extreme (adjective)

Meaning ⁵

An external body part that projects from the body; "it is important to keep the extremities warm".

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Synonyms

• Appendage
• Member

Hyponyms

• Dactyl
• Pincer
• Chela
• Pleopod
• Nipper