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DEFTLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a deft manner

Example:

Lois deftly removed her scarf

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

deft (skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands)

Sense 2

Meaning:

With dexterity; in a dexterous manner

Example:

dextrously he untied the knots

Synonyms:

deftly; dexterously; dextrously

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

deft (skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands)

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