Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for DEX'TER
DEX'TER, a. [L. dexter; Gr. δεξιος; Ir. deas.]
Right, as opposed to left; a term used in heraldry, to denote the right side of a shield or coat of arms; as, bend-dexter; dexter-point. – Encyc.
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