handism

English

Etymology

From hand +‎ -ism.

Noun

handism (uncountable)

1. (rare) prejudice or bias based on whether a person is left-handed or right-handed
   • 1993, Stanley Coren, The left-hander syndrome:

     Here again the right hand is salvation and the left hand damnation. Contemporary Islamic countries are an interesting example of how handism, as expressed in religious traditions, can also influence more secular activities.

Anagrams

• Dishman