Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
proximo
Adjective
/ˈprɒksɪməʊ/
Definition
A term used in anatomy and in legal language, referring to being nearer to the point of attachment or to the trunk of the body or the beginning of a structure.
Examples
- The proximo-distal axis of the limb is an important reference for understanding growth patterns.
- When discussing the injury, the doctor noted the proximo location of the fracture.
Meaning
In anatomy, it indicates a position closer to the center of the body or a specific area, contrasting with ‘distal’, which means further away.
Synonyms
- Nearby
- Closer
- Adjacent
