1limber1 (ˈlɪmbə
)
Definitions
adjective
- capable of being easily bent or flexed; pliant
- able to move or bend freely; agile
Alternative Forms
ˈlimberly adverb ˈlimberness noun Word Origin
C16: origin uncertain
Synonyms
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pliant,
flexible,
supple,
agile,
plastic,
graceful,
elastic,
lithe,
pliable,
lissom(e)
loose-jointed,
loose-limbed,
2limber2 (ˈlɪmbə)
Definitions
noun
- part of a gun carriage, often containing ammunition, consisting of an axle, pole, and two wheels, that is attached to the rear of an item of equipment, esp field artillery
verb
- (usually foll by up) to attach the limber (to a gun, etc)
Word Origin
C15 lymour shaft of a gun carriage, origin uncertain
3limber3 (ˈlɪmbə)
Definitions
noun
- (often plural) nautical (in the bilge of a vessel) a fore-and-aft channel through a series of holes in the frames (limber holes) where water collects and can be pumped out
Word Origin
C17: probably changed from French lumière hole (literally: light)
