1. skillful in using one’s hands; showing physical skill and coordination
Usage: variant spelling of ‘dexterous’
2. mentally skillful; clever or resourceful
Usage: variant spelling of ‘dexterous’

Examples

• The surgeon’s dextrous hands moved quickly during the operation.
• She was dextrous with the knitting needles, creating intricate patterns.
• His dextrous fingers flew across the piano keys.
• The chef’s dextrous knife work impressed the cooking students.
• The politician made a dextrous move to avoid the controversial question.
• Her dextrous handling of the crisis saved the company’s reputation.