meaning of left
1. of Leave.
2. Of or pertaining to that side of the body in man on which the muscular action of the limbs is usually weaker than on the other side; -- opposed to right, when used in reference to a part of the body; as, the left hand, or arm; the left ear. Also said of the corresponding side of the lower animals.
3. That part of surrounding space toward which the left side of ones body is turned; as, the house is on the left when you face North.
4. Those members of a legislative assembly (as in France) who are in the opposition; the advanced republicans and extreme radicals. They have their seats at the left-hand side of the presiding officer. See Center, and Right.
5. of Leave
6. a turn to the left; "take a left at the
">corner"
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