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DEFTLY
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I. (adverb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Example:
Lois deftly removed her scarf
Classified under:
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:
Pertainym:
deft (skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands)