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dexterous

/dɛkˈstriːs/ adjective · British & US
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What does dexterous mean?

adjective

Having skillful hands or fingers; able to do things requiring skill or delicacy of movement.

Example

"She was a dexterous pianist, able to play complex pieces with ease."

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