proximal  /ˈprɑk sə məl/ ? Meaning of "proximal"

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Definition(s):

  • (adj) situated nearest to point of attachment or origin

Usage(s):

  • So if the elections are the proximal reason why the military actions are happening then to me it really is as simple as that.

Quotes

  • "When you ejected from your plane, you sustained a fracture of the right proximal humerus (upper arm), which healed in a deformed position," Eckstein wrote. "Subsequently as a prisoner of war, you suffered repeat fractures of both shoulders,...
    on May 23, 2008 By: David Eckstein Source: Arizona Republic

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