Simple meaning
What does Left mean?
Left means the side opposite right, or what remains.
Dictionary definition
The side opposite right, or the amount that remains after some is used.
Example sentences
Left in a sentence
easy
Turn left at the library.
medium
Only one slice is left.
hard
The map marks the river on the left side of the trail.
Synonyms
Words like Left
remainingUse when something is still there.
stayingUse when something has not gone away.
Antonyms
Opposite words
rightUse for the side opposite left.
goneUse when nothing remains.
Word family
Left word family
Base word
left
adjective
leftmost
Farthest to the left.
noun
leftover
Something left after use.
adverb
leftward
Toward the left.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
When left means a side, what is its opposite?
Right is the opposite direction side of left.
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