[ex.trem.i.ty] n, pl -ties (14c) 1 a: the farthest or most remote part, section, or point b: a limb of the body; esp: a human hand or foot
2. a: extreme danger or critical need b: a moment marked by imminent destruction or death 3 a: an intense degree "the ~ of his participation --Saturday Rev." b: the utmost degree (as of emotion or pain)
4: a drastic or desperate act or measure "driven to extremities"