southpaw
Translation
southpaw, left-hander
Examples
The boxer was a famous southpaw.
The boxer was a famous southpaw.
As a southpaw, he finds some tools awkward to use.
As a southpaw, he finds some tools awkward to use.
Grammar Patterns
(subject/object) a left-handed person That pitcher is a southpaw.
Similar Words
Synonyms: left-hander, lefty; Antonyms: right-hander
Etymology
Originates from baseball. A left-handed pitcher would face west, putting their pitching arm ('paw') on the south side.
Memory Tips
Picture a baseball field where a left-handed pitcher's 'paw' (hand) is on the 'south' side of their body as they pitch.