skill set — a range of skills or abilities that a person has, especially those needed for a particular job or activity
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a range of skills or abilities that a person has, especially those needed for a particular job or activity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskɪl set/
Example Sentences
- His skill set includes coding, cooking, and surprisingly, juggling flaming torches.
- The job requires a skill set that combines technical expertise with people skills.
- She's updating her skill set faster than her smartphone updates its apps.
skill set
NOUN[/ˈskɪl set/]
a range of skills or abilities that a person has, especially those needed for a particular job or activity
a range of skills or abilities that a person has, especially those needed for a particular job or activity
Her skill set shines with her drill pet, still wet from training!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Skill derives from Old Norse 'skil' meaning distinction or judgment, while set comes from Old English 'settan' meaning to place or arrange. In modern usage, the compound term evolved to denote a collection of individual abilities and competencies packaged together as a unified whole.
Breakdown
skill (Old Norse 'skil': to distinguish, judge) + set (Old English 'settan': to place, arrange). The compound reflects a conceptual bundling of multiple related abilities into a single cohesive package.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His skill set includes coding, cooking, and surprisingly, juggling flaming torches.”
“The job requires a skill set that combines technical expertise with people skills.”
“She's updating her skill set faster than her smartphone updates its apps.”
“A well-rounded skill set is essential for career advancement in today's market.”
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