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ambidextrous


am·bi·dex·trous

adj \ˌam-bi-ˈdek-strəs\

Definition of AMBIDEXTROUS

1
: using both hands with equal ease
2
: unusually skillful : versatile
3
: characterized by duplicity : double-dealing
am·bi·dex·trous·ly adverb

Origin of AMBIDEXTROUS

Late Latin ambidexter, from Latin ambi- + dexter right-hand — more at dexter
First Known Use: 1646

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