Off-handed
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Off-handed is an adjective meaning Involving the use of the left or non-dominant hand.
Meaning
Involving the use of the left or non-dominant hand.
More Meanings
- (mining, now rare) Offhand.
- Alternative form of offhanded.
Example Sentences
Some ranged weapons are clearly listed as light off-handed weapons (such as pistols and hand crossbow), and may be used in your off-hand.
That's a substantial difference for two almost identical gloves except that one was what collectors call "off-handed." But what about left-handed gloves of left-handed players, ie.^([sic]) Stan Musial.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include left-handed, fullhanded, loose-handed, side-handed, underhanded, right-handed.
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