Pronunciation: [dɪslˈɪm] (IPA) 
The word "dislimb" refers to the act of removing a limb from a person or animal. It is spelled with a "d" and "i" in the beginning followed by "s", "l", "i", and "m", ending with "b". Its phonetic transcription in IPA is /dɪs.lɪm/. The "d" is pronounced as in "dog", the "i" as in "tin", the "s" as in "snake", the "l" as in "love", the "m" as in "mother", and the "b" as in "back".
Dislimb is a verb that refers to the act of severing or removing one or more limbs from a living organism, usually in a violent or traumatic manner. The term is commonly used in the context of humans or animals. When someone is dislimbed, it means that they have had one or more of their limbs forcibly separated from their body, often resulting in severe pain, physical disability, or even death.
The act of dislimbing can occur as a result of accidents, intentional acts of violence, or as a form of punishment in certain cultures or historical contexts. It is widely considered a gruesome and horrifying act due to the unbearable pain and long-term implications it inflicts on the victim. In medical terms, dislimbing is considered a form of amputation, where a limb is surgically or forcibly removed.
The term "dislimb" is derived from the combination of the prefix "dis-", meaning "to remove or separate," and the word "limb," representing a major appendage of the body, such as an arm or leg. It is important to note that the term "dislimb" is not frequently used in everyday conversation and is more commonly found in specific contexts, such as literature, legal documents, or discussions surrounding violence or injury.
To tear limb from limb.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "dislimb" is a combination of "dis-" and "limb".
"Dis-" comes from Old French "des-" or Latin "dis-", both of which mean "apart" or "away". This prefix is commonly used in English to indicate negation or reversal of a previous condition.
"Limb" originated from Old English "lim" and was derived from the Proto-Germanic word "limu-" which means "a part of the body". It refers to an arm, leg, or other similar appendage.
When combined, "dislimb" means to dismember or sever a limb from the body. The word is typically used in a violent context, such as describing an act of amputation or mutilation.
