dexterity
Meaning
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
Synonyms
ability
manual dexterity
manual skill
master hand
acquiry
Hayward?
cum-savvy
address
technical skill
Translations
Geschicklichkeit
destreza
habileté
handigheid
beceriFrequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/dɛksˈtɛɹɪti/
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French dextérité, from Latin dexteritas, from dexter (“on the right”), this is in reference to most people having greater fine motor skills in their right hand. Partially displaced native Old English handcræft, whence Modern English handcraft.
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