dexterous

UK
/ˈdɛkstrəs/
US
/ˈdɛkstrəs/

Translations

dexterousadjective
more dexterous
Comp.
most dexterous
Super.
UK
/ˈdɛkstrəs/
US
/ˈdɛkstrəs/
He is very dexterous with his hands.
Он очень ловкий с руками.
She is a dexterous pianist.
Она искусная пианистка.

Definitions

dexterousadjective
Skillful and adept with the hands or body.
The dexterous pianist played the complex piece flawlessly.
Mentally adroit and skillful; clever.
Her dexterous handling of the negotiations impressed everyone.
Situated on or relating to the right side (especially in heraldry or anatomy); right-hand.
In the coat of arms, the eagle is positioned on the dexterous side of the shield.