Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
southpaw
Noun
/ˈsaʊθˌpɔː/
Definition
A left-handed person, especially in sports or boxing.
Examples
- A southpaw dominated the match with his quick jabs.
- In baseball, many teams seek out southpaw pitchers for their unique throwing angle.
- The southpaw gracefully took on the challenge against his right-handed opponent.
Meaning
The term ‘southpaw’ is often used to describe someone who is left-handed, especially when referring to their use in sports, such as boxing or baseball. The term originated in the context of baseball, where a left-handed pitcher would face the south (toward home plate).
Synonyms
- Left-hander
- Lefty
- Sinistral
