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proximity

Pronunciation: /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

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Definition of proximity

noun

[mass noun]
  • nearness in space, time, or relationship:do not operate microphones in close proximity to television sets

Origin:

late 15th century: from French proximité, from Latin proximitas, from proximus 'nearest'

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