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DISTAL

(adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Distal.

Distal - as an adjective

Situated farthest from point of attachment or origin, as of a limb or bone

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
proximal19

Directed away from the midline or mesial plane of the body

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
mesial8

Example Sentences

"The distal end of the bone was fractured."
"The distal portion of the artery was blocked."
"The patient complained of pain in the distal joints."
"The distal segment of the intestine was inflamed."
"In order to reach the distal locations, we had to use a different route."
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Word Game Points

Is DISTAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISTAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is DISTAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISTAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is DISTAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISTAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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