diestra
diestra
∗diestra
feminine noun
1right hand
- a la diestra -> on the right o right-hand side
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diestra [de-es’-trah]
noun
1The right hand. (f)
2Favor, support, protection. (Metaphorical) (f)
- Juntar diestra con diestra -> To shake hands, to make up matters
adjective
1Right, dexter.
2Dexterous, skillful, handy.
3Sagacious, prudent, knowing, learned.
4Sly, artful, cunning.
5Favorable, propitious.
- A diestro y siniestro -> right or wrong
- Llevar del diestro -> to lead a beast by the helter or bridle
- Repartir golpes a diestro y siniestro -> to lash out wildy
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