Synonyms of limb

limb

noun

ˈlim 

as in branch

a major outgrowth from the main stem of a woody plant

we hung the swing from the highest limb of the tree that we could reach

Synonyms & Similar Words

• branch
• bough
• twig
• shoot
• spur
• offshoot
• branchlet
• outgrowth
• sprig
• spray

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of limb

Lundy and her care team periodically change the water flow rates in the tanks so the baby frogs grow strong limbs and are accustomed to swimming in different conditions. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

True to form, Hilton upped the ante on her latest red carpet appearance by encrusting her limbs in rhinestones. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026

Sixteen patient-caregiver pairs took part – seven patients had high neck injuries causing tetraplegia (paralysis affecting all four limbs), and nine had upper-back injuries causing paraplegia (affecting lower limbs). — New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026

But there are reports of trees or large limbs down in all boroughs, going through that. — Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026