dexterity — skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɛkˈstɛrəti/
Example Sentences
- The magician's dexterity with cards amazed the audience.
- My grandmother's dexterity with chopsticks puts my fork skills to shame.
- Video games can actually improve your finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
dexterity
NOUN[/dɛkˈstɛrəti/]
skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands
Masterful hand skills and precision
Through dexterity and sincerity, he built prosperity
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'dexter', meaning 'right' or 'skilled'. Historically, right-handedness was associated with greater proficiency, leading to the semantic connection between 'right' and 'skillfulness' in the development of this term.
Breakdown
dexter (right; skilled) + -ity (state, quality of being) — a suffix forming abstract nouns denoting conditions or qualities.
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📝Examples
“The magician's dexterity with cards amazed the audience.”
“My grandmother's dexterity with chopsticks puts my fork skills to shame.”
“Video games can actually improve your finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.”
“He showed remarkable dexterity in untangling his headphone wires in just 30 seconds.”
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