limbs

noun
UK /lɪmz/
US /lɪmz/

Limbs are the parts of your body that stick out, like your arms and legs.

The monkey swung from branch to branch using its long limbs.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The large branches of a tree.

The storm broke several limbs off the old oak tree.

3. The outer edge of a circle or other shape.

The moon's limb glowed brightly against the dark sky.

4. The edge of a lens or telescope opening.

Dust had gathered on the limb of the telescope.