sinistral

[ˈsɪnɪstrəl]

sinistral Definition

• 1. left-handed
• 2. on the left side

Using sinistral: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sinistral" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He is sinistral and finds it difficult to use right-handed scissors.

• Example

  The snail's shell was sinistral, which is rare in its species.

• Example

  The sinistral turn in the road took us by surprise.

sinistral Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sinistral

• left
• southpaw
• left-handed

Antonyms for sinistral

• right
• right-handed

Phrases with sinistral

• sinistral snail

  a snail whose shell spirals counterclockwise when viewed from the apex

  Example

  The sinistral snail is a rare find for collectors.

• sinistral fault

  a geological fault where the movement is primarily horizontal and parallel to the strike of the fault

  Example

  The San Andreas Fault is a sinistral fault.

• sinistral helix

  a left-handed helix, as opposed to the more common right-handed helix

  Example

  The sinistral helix is a rare genetic mutation.

Origins of sinistral

from Latin 'sinister', meaning 'left'

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Summary: sinistral in Brief

The term 'sinistral' [ˈsɪnɪstrəl] refers to being left-handed or located on the left side. It can describe people, objects, or turns in roads. Examples include 'He is sinistral and finds it difficult to use right-handed scissors,' and 'The snail's shell was sinistral, which is rare in its species.' 'Sinistral' also extends into phrases like 'sinistral snail,' and 'sinistral fault,' denoting specific characteristics of geological formations or biological specimens.