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deft

[ deft ]

adjective

defter, deftest.
  1. deft hands;

    a deft mechanic.



deft

/ ɛڳ /

adjective

  1. quick and neat in movement; nimble; dexterous
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Derived Forms

  • ˈڳٱ, adverb
  • ˈڳٲԱ, noun
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Other Word Forms

  • ڳ· adverb
  • ڳ·Ա noun
  • ܲ·ڳ adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of deft1

First recorded in 1175–1225; Middle English; variant of daft
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Word History and Origins

Origin of deft1

C13 (in the sense: gentle): see daft
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Travel, unless you are extraordinarily wealthy or particularly deft at using points and mileage, is the inner circle of hell.

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With her careful, considered prose and deft characterization, Patchett reveals the poetic fragility of human life.

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Displaying a deft popular and political touch, Oligui Nguema has responded to public hunger for change with an acceleration of public works and delayed projects.

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It announced that it used "deft genetic engineering and ancient DNA "to breed three dire wolf puppies and to "de-extinct" the species.

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However, Italian flyer Capuozzo made amends soon after with a stunning solo finish, showing deft footwork and blistering speed to score under the posts.

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