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dexterous
The definition of dexterous is someone skilled at using their body, hands or mind.
(adjective)- An example of dexterous is a yoga master.
- An example of dexterous is Beethoven's piano skill.
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See dexterous in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
- having or showing skill in the use of the hands or body
- having or showing mental skill
Origin: dexter + -ous
Related Forms:
- dexterously adverb
- dexterousness noun
See dexterous in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
- Skillful in the use of the hands.
- Having mental skill or adroitness.
- Done with dexterity.
Origin:
Origin: From Latin dexter, skillful; see dexter
.Related Forms:
- dexˈter·ous·ly adverb
- dexˈter·ous·ness noun
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