left (EN)

adjective, adverb, noun

adjective “left”

1. refers to the side that is toward the west when you are facing north
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   When you raise your left hand, your thumb points east if you're facing north.
2. (of a river) on your left when you are facing downstream
   We set up our picnic on the left bank of the river, enjoying the gentle flow of water moving away from us.
3. related to the political ideology that advocates for social equality and government involvement in the redistribution of wealth
   Her political views are decidedly left, favoring social equality and government intervention in the economy.

adverb “left”

1. positioned on the left side
   Turn left at the next street to reach the library.
2. in the direction of the left side
   When you reach the big oak tree, veer left to find the hidden path.
3. in the direction of left-wing political beliefs
   The city's policies have shifted left under the new mayor.

noun “left”

1. the side or direction that is to the left
   The library is on the left.
2. a turn to the left side
   At the next intersection, make a left to reach the park.
3. the collective group of left-wing political parties or individuals with left-wing views
   In recent elections, the left has focused more on environmental issues.
4. a strike made with the left hand
   During the match, he dodged a right hook only to be caught off-guard by a swift left from his opponent.