proximity

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Etymology

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From proxim(ate) +‎ -ity, from Middle French proximité, from Latin proximitās, proximitāt-, from proximus.

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Noun

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proximity (countable and uncountable, plural proximities)

  1. Closeness; the state of being near as in space, time, or relationship.
    The proximity of the heat source allowed it to be detected by the sensor.
    You and I live in close proximity.

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