jambe

[ʒɑ̃b]

jambe Definition

• 1. a person's leg
• 2. a support or brace in the form of a leg

Using jambe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "jambe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He broke his jambe while skiing.

• Example

  The table is supported by four jambes.

jambe Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jambe

• leg
• limb
• shank

Phrases with jambe

• coup de jambe

  a sudden movement of the leg, especially in horse riding or dancing

  Example

  She gave the horse a sharp coup de jambe to make it go faster.

• jambe de force

  a strut or brace used to strengthen or support a structure

  Example

  The building was reinforced with jambe de force after the earthquake.

• jambe en l'air

  a ballet position where one leg is lifted in the air

  Example

  She executed a perfect jambe en l'air during her dance performance.

Origins of jambe

from Old French 'jamb', from Late Latin 'gamba', meaning 'leg'

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Summary: jambe in Brief

The term 'jambe' [ʒɑ̃b] refers to a person's leg or a support in the form of a leg. It is commonly used in medical contexts, as in 'He broke his jambe while skiing,' and in construction, as in 'The table is supported by four jambes.' 'Jambe' also appears in phrases like 'coup de jambe,' which denotes a sudden leg movement, and 'jambe de force,' which refers to a structural brace.