left-brained
or left-brain
[ left-breynd ]
/ ˈlɛftˈbreɪnd /
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adjective
having the left brain dominant, therefore being more adept at logic, calculation, language, and other thought processes or skills usually associated with the left brain.
of or relating to a person whose left brain is dominant.
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left-brained
adj.
Having the left brain dominant.
Of or relating to the thought processes, such as logic and calculation, generally associated with the left brain.
Of or relating to a person whose behavior is dominated by logic, analytical thinking, and verbal communication rather than emotion and creativity.
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