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

Example:
My brother is a lefty, so he always uses his left hand to write.
It's often hard for lefties to find scissors that fit them well.
2.

a person with left-wing political views

Example:
The newspaper often criticizes the policies of the lefties in government.
He's always been a bit of a lefty, advocating for social justice and equality.

Adjective

1.

left-handed

Example:
She uses a lefty guitar.
The baseball team has a strong lefty pitcher.
2.

having left-wing political views

Example:
The candidate is known for his lefty stance on economic issues.
Many young voters are drawn to more lefty policies.