dexter
adj.adj. describing something on the right side of a person or animal. It is a formal word often used in heraldry to describe the right side of a shield from the person's view.
adj. situated on or relating to the right side of a person or animal. In heraldry, it specifically refers to the right side of a shield from the perspective of the bearer, which appears as the left side to the viewer.
The knight painted a lion on the dexter side of his shield.
In heraldic descriptions, the dexter side is always listed first because it is considered the more honorable position.
The coat of arms features a silver falcon on the dexter half, contrasting with the deep crimson field on the sinister side.
Variant of Dyster.
Primarily used in heraldry or formal anatomical descriptions; typically precedes the noun it modifies.