Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sinistrality

Noun

/ˌsɪn.ɪsˈtræl.ɪ.ti/

Definition

The quality of being left-handed or using the left hand more dominantly than the right.

Examples

Many studies have been conducted to understand the implications of sinistrality in sports.
In some cultures, sinistrality was historically associated with superstitions.
His sinistrality allows him to excel in activities that require left-handed skills.

Meaning

Sinistrality refers to the preference for using the left hand or side, often in the context of handedness, but can also relate to broader concepts of left-sidedness.