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VocabJLPT N3

limbs

Noun

Definitions

1. hands and feet
2. limbs
3. person at one's beck and call

Literally refers to the hands and feet together, used to describe the limbs of the body as a whole. It can also be used figuratively to mean subordinates or helpers who do practical work for someone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Alright, let's stretch our arms and legs before heading out.

Sentence 2

It got cold so suddenly — my hands and feet are freezing!

Sentence 3

On nights I can't sleep, my arms and legs just won't settle down.

Sentence 4

When you step into cold water, you lose feeling in your hands and feet for a moment.

Sentence 5

He's the type whose hands and feet shake when he's nervous.