ambidexter Meaning, Definition & Usage

Am"bi*dex"ter adjective

Etymology

LL., fr. L. ambo both + dexter right, dextra (sc. manus) the right hand.

Definitions

1. Using both hands with equal ease. Smollett.

Am`bi*dex"ter noun

Definitions

1. A person who uses both hands with equal facility.
2. Hence; A double-dealer; one equally ready to act on either side in party disputes.

   The rest are hypocrites, ambidexters, so many turning pictures -- a lion on one side, a lamb on the other. Burton.

3. (Law) A juror who takes money from both parties for giving his verdict. Cowell.