Work

Question 1

dismemberment

Answer 1

the action of cutting of a person’s or animal limbs

Question 2

limb

Answer 2

An arm or leg of a person or four-legged animal, or a bird’s wing

Example:
The most common malformations are partial hind limbs, missing hind limbs, and missing toes.

Question 3

To stand out (from)

Answer 3

To be easily noticeable

Example:
He was one of those men who stood out in a crowd.

Question 4

springboard

Answer 4

A thing that lends impetus or assistance to a particular action, enterprise, or development:

Example:
‘The project will also act as a springboard for other initiatives that help to promote integration of non-nationals within the local community.’

‘an economic plan that may be the springboard for recovery’