handedness
|hand-ed-ness|
B2
/ˈhændɪdnəs/
preference for one hand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'handedness' originates from the English word 'hand,' combined with the suffix '-ness,' indicating a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'hand' changed from the Old English word 'hand' and eventually became the modern English word 'handedness' with the addition of the suffix '-ness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of having hands,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'preference for one hand over the other.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the preference for using one hand over the other, typically the right or left hand.
Her handedness was evident when she picked up the pen with her left hand.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 18:11