definition of
extremity

[1] #1 extremity n. [appendage, member] an external body part that projects from the body; "it is important to keep the extremities warm". wn

[2] #2 extremity n. an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease). wn

[3] #3 extremity n. the greatest or utmost degree; "the extremity of despair". wn

[4] #4 extremity n. the outermost or farthest region or point. wn

[5] #5 extremity n. that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso. wn