extremity extremity /ɛkˈstrɛməti/

noun

1. () An external body part that projects from the body  ( appendage , extremity , member )
   an external body part that projects from the body
    It is important to keep the extremities warm
   it is important to keep the extremities warm
   
2. That part of a limb that is farthest from the torso  ( extremity )
   that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso
   
3. The outermost or farthest region or point  ( extremity )
   the outermost or farthest region or point
   
4. The greatest or utmost degree  ( extremity )
   the greatest or utmost degree
    The extremity of despair
   the extremity of despair
   
5. An extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease)  ( extremity )
   an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease)