Proximal(a.) Toward or nearest, as to a body, or center of motion of dependence; proximate.
Proximal(a.) Situated near the point of attachment or origin; as, the proximal part of a limb.
Proximal(a.) Of or pertaining to that which is proximal; as, the proximal bones of a limb. Opposed to distal.
Proximally(adv.) On or toward a proximal part; proximad.
Proximate(a.) Nearest; next immediately preceding or following.
Proximately(adv.) In a proximate manner, position, or degree; immediately.
Proxime(a.) Next; immediately preceding or following.
Proximity(n.) The quality or state of being next in time, place, causation, influence, etc.; immediate nearness, either in place, blood, or alliance.
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