proximal

Meaning

Adjective

  • Closer to the point of attachment or observation.
  • Facing toward another tooth. The proximal surfaces of a tooth are those that touch or are close to neighboring teeth.
  • Closer to the speaker.

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Origin

  • From Latin proximus, superlative form of prope.

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