Dextroaural

/ˌdɛkstroʊˈɔrəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to sound processing or advantages associated with the right ear or right-side auditory systems.

Etymology

From 'dextro-' (right) plus 'aural' (from Latin 'auris,' ear). A specialized term in audiology and neuroscience for right-ear-related auditory phenomena.

Kelly Says

Brain imaging reveals that the right ear connects more directly to the language-processing areas of the left brain hemisphere, creating a 'right ear advantage' for listening to words—your brain literally prefers language in your right ear.

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