Lateralization

/ˌlæt.ɚ.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ noun

Definition

The tendency for certain cognitive functions and processes to be more dominant in one hemisphere of the brain than the other.

Etymology

From Latin 'lateralis' meaning 'belonging to the side,' from 'latus' (side) + '-ization' (process of).

Kelly Says

Lateralization means your brain divides some jobs between its left and right halves — like language mostly living on the left side.

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