deftness

🇺🇸 /ˈdeftnəs/ 🇬🇧 /ˈdeftnəs/
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noun
R

The ability to do things quickly and well, showing skill.

The magician's deftness amazed the audience.

R

The skill to do something well.

Her deftness with the needle made the embroidery look professional.

translation

n. The ability to do things quickly and well, showing skill.; The skill to do something well.

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Plural deftnesses