When describing a direction in relation to a limb, which of the these is considered closest to the point of attachment?

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Proximal is the closest point of attachment. Distal would indicate that a body part was farther away from the point of attachment. Anterior refers to something facing forward and posterior means something that is toward the back.
Below are the important terms of direction as well as a diagram to use as a visual reference:
Superior (above)
Inferior (below)
Anterior (toward the front; in front of)
Posterior (toward the back; behind)
Medial (toward the midline)
Lateral (away from the midline or toward the sides)
Proximal (closer to the point of attachment - usually in reference to limbs)
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When Describing a Direction in Relation to a Limb, Which