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proximally

Pronunciation: [prɒkˈsɪməli]

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Learn how to use proximally in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “anatomy”

(adverb) when something is located near the point of attachment or the center of the body. It helps describe positions, like where your arms connect to your body.

Example

The injury is located proximally to the elbow, so it's closer to the shoulder.

Example

The wound is not proximally near the torso; it is at the far end of the arm.

Example

Can you show me which muscles are proximally attached to the shoulder?

Context: “measurements”

(adverb) referring to something that is closer to a starting point or reference in a sequence. This is often used when talking about things like distances or amounts.

Example

The first house is located proximally to the main road, making it easy to find.

Example

That car is not proximally near the finish line; it is far back in the race.

Example

Which object is located proximally compared to the rest?

How to pronounce proximally

Pronunciation: [prɒkˈsɪməli]

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