laterality

lat·er·al·i·ty

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Definitions of laterality word

noun laterality the use of one hand in preference to the other. Compare handedness. 1
noun laterality the dominance or superior development of one side of the body or brain. 1
noun laterality Dominance of one side of the brain in controlling particular activities or functions, or of one of a pair of organs such as the eyes or hands. 1
noun laterality the difference in the mental functions controlled by the left and right cerebral hemispheres of the brain 0
noun laterality the state or quality of being lateral. 0

before 1640

One of the 44% oldest English words

First recorded in 1640-50; lateral + -ity

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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