transcription, транскрипция: [ ik-ˈstre-mə-tē ]
noun
( plural -ties )
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : the farthest or most remote part, section, or point
the island's westernmost extremity
b. : a limb of the body ; especially : 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 extremity of his participation — Saturday Review
b. : the utmost degree (as of emotion or pain)
4. : a drastic or desperate act or measure
driven to extremities