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Limber

LIH-mbur

/ˈlɪmbɜːr/

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limber

Dictionary meaning

(used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely.

Examples

  • The violist limbered their wrists before the concert.
  • Limber a cannon.

Synonyms: supple

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