left-sided
|left/sid/ed|
B2
/lɛft ˈsaɪdɪd/
relating to the left side
Etymology
Etymology Information
'left-sided' originates from the combination of 'left' and 'side,' where 'left' refers to the direction opposite of right, and 'side' refers to a position or location.
Historical Evolution
'Left' and 'side' have been used in English since Old English, with 'left' deriving from the Old English 'lyft' and 'side' from 'sīde.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'left' meant 'weak' or 'foolish' in Old English, but over time it evolved to mean the direction opposite of right.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or relating to the left side.
The left-sided player scored a goal.
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Last updated: 2025/02/02 21:19