left

A1
Pronunciation
/lɛft/
/lɛft/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The left side or direction.

Synonyms
9 o'clock port
2 Definition

The ensemble of left-wing political parties. Those holding left-wing views as a group.

Example Sentences
  • The political left is holding too much power.
3 Definition

The left hand or fist.

4 Definition

A punch delivered with the left fist.

5 Definition

A wave breaking from left to right (viewed from the shore).

Antonyms
right
Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To have a consequence or remnant.

2 Definition

To depart; to separate from.

3 Definition

To transfer something.

4 Definition

To remain (behind); to stay.

5 Definition

To stop, desist from; to "leave off" (+ noun / gerund).

6 Definition

To give leave to; allow; permit; let; grant.

Example Sentences
  • We were not left go to the beach after school except on a weekend.
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The opposite of right; toward the west when one is facing north.

Synonyms
sinister sinistral
Antonyms
dexter dextral right
Example Sentences
  • The left side.
2 Definition

Pertaining to the political left.

Antonyms
right
Adverb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

On the left side.

Antonyms
right
2 Definition

Towards the left side.

Antonyms
right
Example Sentences
  • Turn left at the corner.
3 Definition

Towards the political left.

Antonyms
right
Example Sentences
  • The East Coast of the US leans left in elections.