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nondominant

/ˌnɑːnˈdɑː.mɪ.nənt/
(UK: non-dominant)
non · dom · i · nant

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• adjective

1

Relating to the hand, eye, foot, or cerebral hemisphere that is less preferred, less skilled, or less active in performing motor and cognitive tasks.

Example

"Physical therapists often encourage patients to practice brushing their teeth with their nondominant hand to improve coordination."


2

Not exercising primary control, influence, or authority within a group, society, or system.

Example

"The sociological study examined how nondominant cultural groups preserve their heritage in major metropolitan areas."


3

Designating a genetic trait or allele that is masked by a dominant allele and does not manifest in the phenotype unless inherited from both parents.

Example

"In classic Mendelian genetics, a nondominant allele will only be expressed when an organism is homozygous for that specific trait."

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