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proxim/o — Nearer the origin

proxim/o means nearer the origin. Latin source words and additional body roots examples: proximal.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: Nearer the origin

• Latin: proximus

Examples and word parts

proximal

Nearer the attachment or origin of a structure.

Word parts: proxim (nearest) + -al (relating to)

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Related body regions & directions terms

• corpor/o — Body

  corporeal

• cervic/o — Neck or cervix

  cervical

• abdomin/o — Abdomen

  abdominal

• lapar/o — Abdominal wall

  laparoscopy

• lumb/o — Lower back

  lumbar

• pelv/i — Pelvis

  pelvic

• axill/o — Armpit

  axillary

• inguin/o — Groin

  inguinal

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