dextrorotatory

adjective Optics.

1. turning to the right, as the rotation to the right of the plane of polarization of light in certain crystals and the like. Symbol: d-

adj.

1. Turning or rotating the plane of polarization of light to the right or clockwise, as for solutions or isomers, usually designated as d- in chemical names.

1. Relating to a substance that causes dextrorotation.