Meaning of the word lefty in English
What does lefty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lefty
US /ˈlef.ti/
UK /ˈlef.ti/
Noun
1.
a person who is left-handed
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My brother is a lefty, so he always uses his left hand to write.
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It's often hard for lefties to find scissors that fit them well.
2.
a person with left-wing political views
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The newspaper often criticizes the policies of the lefties in government.
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He's always been a bit of a lefty, advocating for social justice and equality.
Adjective
1.
left-handed
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She uses a lefty guitar.
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The baseball team has a strong lefty pitcher.
2.
having left-wing political views
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The candidate is known for his lefty stance on economic issues.
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Many young voters are drawn to more lefty policies.