extremities — The hands and feet, considered as the outermost parts of the body
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The hands and feet, considered as the outermost parts of the body
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈstrɛməti̩z/
Example Sentences
- After skiing without gloves for an hour, my extremities were completely numb and blue.
- The doctor checked her extremities for any signs of poor circulation.
- In extremities, even the calmest person can lose their temper.
extremities
NOUN[/ɪkˈstrɛməti̩z/]
The hands and feet, considered as the outermost parts of the body
The climber's extremities went numb in the freezing summit winds.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin extremus, the superlative form of exter meaning 'outer', literally 'the outermost parts'.
Breakdown
extrem- (outermost, superlative of 'outer') + -ity (noun suffix, state/quality) + -es (plural)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After skiing without gloves for an hour, my extremities were completely numb and blue.”
“The doctor checked her extremities for any signs of poor circulation.”
“In extremities, even the calmest person can lose their temper.”
“Regular exercise helps improve blood flow to your extremities.”
“He was so cold that his extremities felt like they belonged to someone else!”
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