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DEXTRAL

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dextral.

Dextral - as an adjective

Of or on the right

Example: "A dextral gastropod shell with the apex upward has its opening on the right when facing the observer"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sinistral

Dextral - as an adjective satellite

Preferring to use right foot or hand or eye

Example: "Dextral individuals exhibit dominance of the right hand and eye"

Example Sentences

"The dextral movement of the gears caused the machine to turn clockwise."
"He reached out his dextral hand to shake her hand."
"The dextral twist in the staircase made it easier to ascend."
"The dextral rotation of the planet determined the direction of its magnetic field."
"The dextral spiral pattern on the seashell was mesmerizing."
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Word Game Points

Is DEXTRAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dextral is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEXTRAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DEXTRAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dextral is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEXTRAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DEXTRAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dextral is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEXTRAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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