Right Hand (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun
  1. the hand that is on the right side, or the side opposite that where the heart is.
  2. the right side, as of a person, especially this side considered as the side of precedence or courtesy.
  3. a position of honor or special trust.
  4. an extremely efficient or reliable person or, sometimes, tool, especially a person considered as one's assistant.
adjective
  1. on the right.
  2. of, for, or with the right hand.
  3. most reliable, valuable, or useful, as a helper or assistant.
  4. plain-laid.
  5. Also right-handed. Building Trades.
    • (of a door) having the hinges on the right when seen from the exterior of the building, room, closet, etc., to which the doorway leads.
    • (of a casement sash) having the hinges on the right when seen from inside the window.
adjective (prenominal)
  1. of, relating to, located on, or moving towards the right
  2. for use by the right hand; right-handed
  3. one's most valuable assistant or supporter
Right Hand (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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