left-handedness

• Substantivo que designa a condição ou preferência de usar a mão esquerda de forma mais natural e habilidosa do que a direita na maioria das tarefas.

A noun referring to the condition or preference of using the left hand more naturally and skillfully than the right hand for most tasks.

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1. Preference for using the left handB1formal

   The natural tendency or preference to use the left hand more skillfully than the right for tasks such as writing, throwing, or eating.

   Canhotismo

   • Left-handedness is more common in males than females.
   • Many tools are designed for right-handed people, which can be a challenge for those with left-handedness.
   • The study explored the genetic factors associated with left-handedness.

   Sinônimossinistrality

   Antônimosright-handedness

2. Status from a morganatic marriageC2formalbritish

   The historical status of being a child born from a morganatic marriage, where the parent of lower rank does not pass on titles or privileges to the spouse or children.

   Mão esquerda (em contexto histórico)

   • In some royal families, left-handedness referred to the offspring of a morganatic union.
   • The prince's left-handedness meant his children could not inherit the throne.
   • Historical records mention left-handedness as a legal term for such marriages.