Limb

/lɪm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A limb is a large and important part of something, especially a part of the body, such as an arm or leg.

The hiker slipped and fell, injuring her limb on the rocky trail.

A branch of a tree.

The cat climbed up the limb of the oak tree to chase a squirrel.

A division or branch of a larger organization or system.

After much deliberation, the company decided to expand its operations by creating a new limb focused on environmental sustainability.

From Old English 'lim', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'lijf' and German 'Lippe'.

limb of the law:

A person acting in a legal capacity.

a limb to stand on:

A basis for argument or support.

outer limbs:

Referring to the extremities of the body.

To leg it.

He decided to limb it after the party.

A leg or arm in slang context.

I sprained my limb during the game.