English dictionary
dextral
/'d/E/kstr/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of or on the right
ExamplesA dextral gastropod shell with the apex upward has its opening on the right when facing the observer.
A dextral flatfish lies with the right eye uppermost.
Antonyms sinistralSource: WordNet 3.0
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Right, as opposed to <i>sinistral</i>, or <i>left</i>.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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preferring to use right foot or hand or eye
ExamplesDextral individuals exhibit dominance of the right hand and eye.
Source: WordNet 3.0