Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
left-handed
Adjective
/lɛftˈhændɪd/
Definition
Relating to a person who primarily uses their left hand to perform tasks, especially in writing and other fine motor skills.
Examples
- She is left-handed, so she writes with her left hand.
- Many left-handed people find it challenging to use standard scissors.
- He played left-handed in the golf tournament.
Meaning
Left-handed individuals are those who have a preference for using their left hand over their right for activities such as writing and eating.
Synonyms
- Southpaw
- Lefty
