left-hand

adjective

ˈleft-ˈhand How to pronounce left-hand (audio)
ˈlef-ˈtand
1
: situated on the left
2

Examples of left-hand in a Sentence

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In the first image, a diamond ring is on her left-hand ring finger. Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026 The first model from the series, the City Black, is based on a left-hand-drive 1998 Defender 90 that was originally registered in Spain. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2026 Tools such as advanced bolt extractors, left-hand drill bits, cutting wheels, and welders allow professionals to remove rusted or seized bolts safely and effectively. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026 To anyone watching Brown closely over the last few years, the pretty left-hand finish, which helped the Celtics close out a 125-117 win, was not shocking at all. Jay King, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for left-hand

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of left-hand was in the 15th century

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“Left-hand.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/left-hand. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

left-hand

adjective
ˌleft-ˌhand
1
: located on the left
2

Medical Definition

left-hand

1 of 2 adjective
1
: situated on the left
2

left hand

2 of 2 noun
1
: the hand on a person's left side
2
: the left side

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