'ambisinistrous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sinister,' where 'sinister' meant 'left' or 'unlucky.'

'sinister' transformed into the English word 'sinistrous,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ambisinistrous' by adding the prefix 'ambi-' meaning 'both.'

Initially, it meant 'left-handed or unlucky,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'clumsy with both hands.'