southpaw

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Pronunciation

IPA /ˈsaʊθˌpɔː/

Noun

southpaw noun

One who is left-handed, especially in sports.
A boxer who leads with the right hand and guards with the left

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Synonyms

left-hander lefty left-handed pitcher northpaw righty left hooker palooka woodpusher legspinner wingy goofy-foot slack-handed sideperson spindleshanks loony lefty weakie

Associated

maladjusted fuqua jab flyweight stance knockdown sparring featherweight kos boxer stances

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