Meaning of the word limbs in English

What does limbs mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

limbs

US /lɪmz/
UK /lɪmz/

Plural Noun

1.

the arms and legs of a person or animal

Example:
After the accident, he had to learn to use his limbs again.
The cat stretched its limbs lazily in the sun.
2.

a large branch of a tree

Example:
The children climbed onto the thick limbs of the oak tree.
A strong wind broke several limbs from the old tree.