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- DictionaryEx·trem·i·ty/ikˈstremədē/
noun
- 1. the furthest point or limit of something: "the peninsula's western extremity"
- 2. the extreme degree or nature of something: "the extremity of the violence concerns us"
noun. us / ɪkˈstrem.ə.t̬i / uk / ɪkˈstrem.ə.ti / Add to word list. [ C ] the farthest point, especially from the center: The wood lies on the southern extremity of the estate. extremities [ plural ] formal. the parts of the human body farthest from the heart, for example, the fingers, toes, and nose:
Definition of extremity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and 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.
4 days ago · 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. a limb, such as a leg, arm, or wing, or the part of such a limb farthest from the trunk. 5. (usually plural) archaic.
the utmost or any extreme degree: the extremity of joy. an extreme or extraordinary measure, act, etc.: to go to any extremity to feed the children. extreme nature or character: the extremity of his views on foreign trade.
the utmost or any extreme degree: the extremity of joy. an extreme or extraordinary measure, act, etc.: to go to any extremity to feed the children. extreme nature or character: the extremity of his views on foreign trade.
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.
