right-sided
|right/sid/ed|
B2
/ˈraɪtˌsaɪdɪd/
on the right side
Etymology
Etymology Information
'right-sided' originates from the combination of 'right' and 'side', where 'right' meant 'correct or proper' and 'side' referred to 'a position or direction'.
Historical Evolution
'right' and 'side' were combined in English to form 'right-sided', maintaining the meaning of being on the right side.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'on the correct side', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'on the right side'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or located on the right side.
The right-sided door was locked.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 19:24