Definition of lateralist:
(n) :
One who engages in lateral thinking.
(n) :
One who favors a lateral approach or explanation over one that involves a different direction.
(adj) :
Favoring a lateral approach or explanation over one that involves a different direction, such as a vertical one.
(adj) :
Characteristic of lateralism; pertaining to the interactions of opposing interests of equal power.
(n) :
One who favors lateralism.