laterality
|lat-er-al-i-ty|
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/ˌlætəˈrælɪti/
preference for one side
Etymology
Etymology Information
'laterality' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'lateralis,' where 'latus' meant 'side.'
Historical Evolution
'lateralis' transformed into the French word 'latéralité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'laterality' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the side,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'preference for one side of the body.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the preference most humans show for one side of their body over the other.
The laterality of the brain affects how we process information.
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Last updated: 2025/05/07 07:07