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Dextirity

Description:

Dexterity refers to the skillful use of hands, body, or mind. It represents the ability to perform tasks with precision, accuracy, and ease.

Part of speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Physical skill or agility
2. Mental skill or cleverness

Usages:

Popular usage:

In popular usage, dexterity often refers to the physical skill and agility of a person, especially when performing tasks that require precision and coordination.

Example sentence: He showcased his dexterity by effortlessly juggling three balls at once. Related products on Amazon

Local usage:

In a local context, dexterity can also refer to mental skill or cleverness, particularly in linguistic or cognitive tasks.

Example sentence: The professor's dexterity with languages allowed him to easily communicate with people from various cultures. Related products on Amazon