Ambidextrousness

/ˌæmbɪdɛkˈstɛrəsnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being ambidextrous; the characteristic of being able to use both hands or handle situations with equal skill.

Etymology

From ambidextrous + -ness, where -ness is added to an adjective to create an abstract noun. This formation dates to Old English and remains productive.

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