Definition of dexterity Dexterity

/dɛkstɛˈɹʌti/ - [deksterutee] - dex•ter•i•ty

We found 7 definitions of dexterity from 5 different sources.

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What does dexterity mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: dexterities

dexterity - adroitness in using the hands
  manual dexterity, sleight
  adeptness, adroitness, deftness, quickness, facility skillful performance or ability without difficulty; "his quick adeptness was a product of good design"; "he was famous for his facility as an archer"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • dexterity (Noun)
    Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • dexterity (n.)
    Right-handedness.
  • dexterity (n.)
    Readiness and grace in physical activity; skill and ease in using the hands; expertness in manual acts; as, dexterity with the chisel.
  • dexterity (n.)
    Readiness in the use or control of the mental powers; quickness and skill in managing any complicated or difficult affair; adroitness.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • dexterity
    Nimble in the use of the hands and body.

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