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Definitions for laterality
ˌlæt əˈræl ɪ tilat·er·al·i·ty
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Princeton's WordNet
lateralization, lateralisation, lateralitynoun
localization of function on either the right or left sides of the brain
handedness, lateralitynoun
the property of using one hand more than the other
laterality, dominancenoun
superior development of one side of the body
Wiktionary
lateralitynoun
the state or quality of being lateral
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Lateralitynoun
The quality of having distinct sides.
Etymology: from lateral.
We may reasonably conclude a right and left laterality in the ark, or naval edifice of Noah. Thomas Browne, Vulgar Errours.
Webster Dictionary
Lateralitynoun
the state or condition of being lateral
Wikidata
Laterality
The term laterality refers to the preference most humans show for one side of their body over the other. Examples include left-handedness/right-handedness and left/right-footedness, it may also refer to the primary use of the left or right hemisphere in the brain. It may also apply to animals or plants. The majority of tests have been conducted on humans, specifically to determine the effects on language.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of laterality in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of laterality in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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