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ambidextrously


Meanings
  • adjective

    Having the ability to use both hands equally well.


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ambidextrous , ambidextrously
Etymology
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From Latin ambidexter, ambidextrous, from ambi- 'on both sides' + dexter 'right'.


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  1. Approximately 10% of the population is ambidextrous.

  2. The term 'ambidextrous' was first used in English in the 16th century.

  3. Some animals, such as snakes and some primates, are naturally ambidextrous.


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  1. left-handedness: A trait where an individual prefers to use their left hand for writing, eating, or performing other tasks.

  2. right-handedness: A trait where an individual prefers to use their right hand for writing, eating, or performing other tasks.


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In literature, ambidextrous characters often have complex personalities or hidden motives. In art, ambidextrous figures may symbolize balance or duality.

How to Memorize "ambidextrously"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person writing with both hands at the same time. Visualize how the pen or pencil moves in each hand.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the image of a mirror, as both hands are a reflection of each other.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a sentence such as 'An ambidextrous artist can paint with both hands, creating a masterpiece that's twice as nice'.


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