Meaning & use
dexterity
Skill and quickness, especially in using the hands or in thinking clearly.
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The surgeon's dexterity allowed her to complete the delicate procedure quickly.
Playing the violin well requires years of practice to build finger dexterity.
A note on using this word
Can refer to physical hand skill or, less commonly, to mental quickness and cleverness.
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