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Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   In the description of languages with a four-way distinction for demonstratives, refers to a demonstrative which indicates something near the addressee. not-comparable
2. 2
   Of or relating to the mesial and the proximal surfaces of a tooth. not-comparable

Etymology

From mesio- + proximal.

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