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left

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1. left - Noun

2. left - Adjective

3. left - Verb

Derived from leave

4. left - Adverb

6. left - Adjective Satellite

7. Left - Proper noun

Meaning

of Leave

of Leave.

Of or pertaining to that side of the body in man on which the muscular action of the limbs is usually weaker than on the other side; -- opposed to right, when used in reference to a part of the body; as, the left hand, or arm; the left ear. Also said of the corresponding side of the lower animals.

That part of surrounding space toward which the left side of one's body is turned; as, the house is on the left when you face North.

Those members of a legislative assembly (as in France) who are in the opposition; the advanced republicans and extreme radicals. They have their seats at the left-hand side of the presiding officer. See Center, and Right.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors. Confucius

For no part of Creation is left void of him: he has filled all things everywhere. Athanasius of Alexandria

A wrongdoer is often a man who has left something undone, not always one who has done something. Marcus Aurelius

A friend without flaws does not exist; if you look for flaws, you will be left without a friend. Chinese Proverb

The arrow that has left the bow never returns. Persian Proverb

He who divides and shares is left with the best share. Mexican Proverb

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