Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
left
adjective, adverb, noun
/lɛft/
Definition
The side of the body or object that is towards the west when facing north.
Examples
- Turn left at the traffic light.
- She wrote with her left hand.
- The left side of the sofa is more comfortable.
Meaning
In the context of direction, ‘left’ refers to the opposite of right. It can also indicate a position that is away from the center or a point of reference.
Synonyms
- Sinister
- Leftward
- Adverse (in certain contexts)
