Definitions

1. adjective

nearest or next to something; situated close to the point of attachment or origin

“The surgeon made an incision proximal to the wound to minimize damage to surrounding tissue.”

2. noun

the part of an organ, bone, or other structure that is nearest to the point of attachment or origin

“The proximal end of the humerus is connected to the scapula via a complex system of muscles and ligaments.”

3. noun

the part of a tendon, muscle, or other structure that is attached to a bone or other fixed point

“The proximal tendon of the biceps muscle connects to the radius bone in the forearm.”