"left" Definition

Definitions for the word "left" from multiple English dictionaries.

1. imp. & p. p.
of Leave
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
2. imp. & p. p.
of Leave.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
3. a.
Of or pertaining to that side of the body in man on which the muscular action of the limbs is usually weaker than on the other side; -- opposed to right, when used in reference to a part of the body; as, the left hand, or arm; the left ear. Also said of the corresponding side of the lower animals.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
4. n.
That part of surrounding space toward which the left side of one's body is turned; as, the house is on the left when you face North.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
5. n.
Those members of a legislative assembly (as in France) who are in the opposition; the advanced republicans and extreme radicals. They have their seats at the left-hand side of the presiding officer. See Center, and Right.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
6. adj.
1 on or towards the west side of the human body, or of any object, when facing north. 2 (also left) polit. Of the left. adv. On or to the left side. n. 1 left-hand part, region, or direction. 2 boxing a left hand. B blow with this. 3 (often left) group or section favouring socialism; socialists collectively. [old english, originally = ‘weak, worthless’]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884

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