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righty

noun \ˈrī-tē\
plural right·ies

Definition of RIGHTY

:  right-hander 2
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First Known Use of RIGHTY

1949

Rhymes with RIGHTY

flighty, mighty, nightie, whity
RIGHTY Defined for Kids

righty

noun \ˈrī-tē\
plural right·ies

Definition of RIGHTY for Kids

:  a right-handed person

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. righty
  2. all righty
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