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Distal

Definition:

Distal is a term used to describe something that is located away from the center or origin of an object or body. It is often used in anatomical, medical, and scientific contexts.

Senses:

• Adjective Sense 1: Pertaining to or located away from the point of attachment or origin.
• Adjective Sense 2: Situated farthest from the midline or center of the body, or farthest from the point of attachment.
• Adjective Sense 3: Pertaining to a distal part or region.

Examples:

Adjective Sense 1:

• The distal end of the arm is the hand.
• The dentist was concerned about the distal molar's decay.

Adjective Sense 2:

• The ankle is considered a distal joint in comparison to the hip.
• The distal phalanges are the bones located in your fingers.

Adjective Sense 3:

• The distal region of the human leg is the foot.
• In the nervous system, the distal axon transmits signals to other neurons.

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