ambidexterity
English
Etymology
Dating from the 17th century C.E.; ambidexter + -ity, from Medieval Latin adjective ambidexter (“utilising both hands normally”), from Latin ambi- + dexter (“right, handy, opportune”).
Noun
ambidexterity (uncountable)
- The property of being equally skillful with each hand.
- Superior cleverness or adaptability.
Related terms
Translations
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See also
References
- Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “ambidexterity”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.
Further reading
- ambidexterity on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
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