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proximal (adjective), more proximal, most proximal
1. Referring to something that is closest to the body: The proximal is a section of an animal that is toward the center of the body, as opposed to distal, or that which is farther from the center.
2. Pertaining to something that is near, or next, or proximate; The first row of seats were proximal to the speakers's lectern.