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Proximal Definition & Meaning

proximal
adjective
  1. situated nearest to point of attachment or origin; "the proximal end of a bone"

"Proximal" in song lyrics

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  • "finger crease - proximal"
    AOL — AOL
  • "meaning of proximal"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does proximal mean?
situated nearest to point of attachment or origin; "the proximal end of a bone"
What part of speech is proximal?
Proximal is an adjective.

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