limb

Definition

• n. one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper
• n. any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree
• n. (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet
• n. either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip

Word forms

Plural

limbs

Example sentences

1. n.

   The bird spread its wings and flew high above the trees.

2. vt.

   The accident caused him to lose a limb, but he stayed positive and focused on recovery.