dextrous

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Adjective dextrous has 1 sense

deft, dexterous, dextrous - skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands; "a deft waiter"; "deft fingers massaged her face"; "dexterous of hand and inventive of mind"
Antonym: maladroit (indirect, via adroit)

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dextrous

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition 1: skillful, quick, and precise in action or movement; adept.

Example Sentence 1: The juggler displayed his dextrous skills by effortlessly juggling six balls at once.

Example Sentence 2: The dancer's dextrous footwork left the audience in awe.

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Definition 2: skillful or clever with the hands.

Example Sentence 1: The surgeon's dextrous hands performed the intricate procedure flawlessly.

Example Sentence 2: Her dextrous fingers flew across the piano keys, producing a melody of pure beauty.

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