Sinistral
Pronunciation: /ˈsiˈnɪstˈɑɹˈæɫ/
Sinistral (adjective)
- Using the left hand more skillfully than the right.
- Moving or turning towards the left side.
- Describing a shell that spirals to the left.
Examples
- The sinistral artist painted with ease.
- A sinistral person may prefer using their left hand.
Common collocations: sinistral grip, sinistral writing, sinistral turn, sinistral shift, sinistral shell