Main Entry: ex·trem·i·ty

Pronunciation: \ik-ˈstre-mə-tē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural ex·trem·i·ties

Date: 14th century

1 a : the farthest or most remote part, section, or point <the island's westernmost extremity> b : a limb of the body; especially : a human hand or foot
2 a : extreme danger or critical need b : a moment marked by imminent destruction or death
3 a : an intense degree <the extremity of his participation — Saturday Review> b : the utmost degree (as of emotion or pain)
4 : a drastic or desperate act or measure <driven to extremities>