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mesioproximal

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

In the description of languages with a four-way distinction for demonstratives, refers to a demonstrative which indicates something near the addressee.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Topics: human-sciences, linguistics, sciences

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adj

Meaning 2

Of or relating to the mesial and the proximal surfaces of a tooth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Topics: dentistry, medicine, sciences

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History

Etymology

From mesio- + proximal.