dextrous

Meanings

• adjective

  Skilled using the right hand, especially in manual tasks.

• adjective

  Dexterous people are able to handle objects with great skill and agility.

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

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crewse , cruise , rejoice , news

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Variants

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dexterous , dexterously , dexterousness , dexterousnesses , dextrous

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Etymology

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From Old French dextre ‘right, right hand,’ from dis- ‘apart’ + extre ‘outer,’ from externe ‘outer.’

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dexterous' is often used in the context of playing musical instruments, especially those that require a great deal of manual skill.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'dexterous' knight was one who was skilled in the use of a sword and shield.

3. The term 'dexterous' is also used in the field of computer science to describe algorithms that can handle complex data structures with ease.

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Related Concepts

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1. manual dexterity: The ability to use one's hands skillfully and with coordination.

2. ambidextrous: Capable of using both hands equally well.

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Culture

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The term 'dexterous' has been used extensively in literature and art to describe characters or scenes that require great skill or agility. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth,' Lady Macbeth is described as 'most dexterous' in her plans for murder.

How to Memorize "dextrous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the right hand performing intricate tasks with ease and grace.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dexterous' with the image of a skilled craftsperson or athlete.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'dexterous' as 'dext-erous,' with the 'ex' representing the right hand.

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