right hander

/ˈraɪtˌhændər/
noun
  1. A person who uses their right hand more naturally than their left hand for tasks like writing or throwing.
    • The team has three right-handers and two left-handers in the starting lineup.
    • As a right-hander, she always sits on the right side of the table to avoid bumping elbows.
    • Most right-handers find it easier to use scissors with their right hand.
  2. A throw or punch delivered with the right hand, especially in sports like boxing or baseball.
    • The coach taught the young boxer how to follow a jab with a strong right-hander.
    • The pitcher threw a fast right-hander that struck out the batter.
    • He knocked out his opponent with a powerful right-hander to the jaw.
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