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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sinistral

/sɪˈnɪstrəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does sinistral mean?

adjective

Turning or directed to the left; relating to or characteristic of the left side or left-handedness.

Example

"The sinistral spiral of the seashell made it a unique specimen for the collector."

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