Ambidextrous

/ˌæm.bɪˈdɛk.strəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Able to use both hands with equal skill.

She was ambidextrous, effortlessly writing with both her left and right hand.

Having the ability to perform tasks with both hands equally well.

As an ambidextrous athlete, he could switch hands when playing tennis.

Having two right hands; able to use both sides; versatile.

The ambidextrous artist could paint with both hands at once, creating beautiful symmetry.

From Latin 'ambidextrus', meaning 'both right', combining 'ambi-' (both) and 'dexter' (right-handed).

ambidextrous hands

Hands that can usefully perform tasks with either hand.

dexterous

Skillful in using the hands or body.

left-handed

Using the left hand more naturally than the right.

A person who can do things equally well with both hands.

He's such an ambi, he can shoot hoops with both hands!