An archaic or heraldic term for a leg or a limb, particularly used in descriptions of coats of arms or heraldic designs.
From Old French 'jambe' (leg), derived from Latin 'gamba,' which may have roots in Greek 'kampē' (bend or joint). The term entered English heraldic vocabulary in the medieval period.
In heraldry, a gamb (a single leg or paw) became a popular symbol representing strength and agility—lions and eagles were often shown with their gambs extended in aggressive poses, which is why you'll see heraldic beasts looking so dramatically ready for action.
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