What is another word for LEFTS?

Pronunciation: [lˈɛfts] (IPA)

The term "lefts" commonly refers to the direction of turning or heading to the left. However, there are numerous synonyms for this word, such as "port," which is a nautical term referring to the left side of a ship or boat. Another synonym for lefts is "sinister," which is derived from the Latin word meaning "to the left." Other synonyms include "southpaw" in sports, "left-wing" in politics, and "left-handed" to describe people who use their left hand more dominantly. Additionally, "leftover," "remaining," and "untouched" can be used when referring to something that has not been used or consumed.

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What are the hypernyms for Lefts?

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What are the antonyms for Lefts?

  • n.

    left wing
    • right wing
    • .

Usage examples for Lefts

When he was in Edinburgh he married Robert Chambers' sister-a lady possessed of true Scottish wit, some of whose pithy remarks are still remembered, such as "The ladies who agitate for women's rights are generally men's LEFTS."
"The History of "Punch""
M. H. Spielmann
The exercise was founded on the singing and marching of the infant schools, and consisted in what is known in certain seminaries, as "Rights and LEFTS."
"A Practical Enquiry into the Philosophy of Education"
James Gall
Some are made-as among the Chippewa Indians-with one side of the frame nearly straight; and these, of course, will not do for either foot, but are "rights and LEFTS."
"Popular Adventure Tales"
Mayne Reid

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