sinistrality
|si-nis-tral-i-ty|
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/ˌsɪnɪˈstræləti/
left-handedness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sinistrality' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sinister,' where 'sinister' meant 'left' or 'unlucky.'
Historical Evolution
'sinister' transformed into the English word 'sinistral,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sinistrality.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'left' or 'unlucky,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'left-handedness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the condition of being left-handed or having a preference for using the left hand.
Sinistrality is more common in males than females.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 17:06