left winger

/lɛftˈwɪŋər/
noun
  1. A person who supports political ideas that aim for greater social and economic equality, often favoring government action and progressive reforms.
    • The debate between the left-winger and the conservative grew heated over the issue of climate change.
    • The left-winger argued for higher taxes on the wealthy to fund public services.
    • As a committed left-winger, she campaigned for universal healthcare and free college tuition.
  2. In sports, a player whose primary position is on the left side of the field or court, especially in soccer, hockey, or field hockey.
    • The coach moved the left-winger to the right side to confuse the opposing defense.
    • The left-winger dribbled past two defenders and crossed the ball into the box.
    • Our team's left-winger scored the winning goal in the final minute of the match.
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