dexterity

词根词缀:

词根
dexter, dextr= right 右边

ambidextrous adj. 非常灵巧的

ambi 两个 + dextrous 灵巧的;惯用右手的 → 两只手都像右手一样灵巧 → 非常灵巧的

dexterous adj. 灵巧的;惯用右手的

dexter 右边 + ous …的 → 右手比左手灵巧 → 惯用右手的

dexterity n. 敏捷

dexter 右边 + ity 具备某种性质,状况 → 敏捷

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相关例句:

The circus acrobats performed feats of dexterity and strength.

马戏团的杂技艺人表演了显示灵巧和力度的高超技艺。

He had learned to despise technical dexterity.

他已经学了会轻视技巧。

As he paces, he fiddles with his hands, which are famous for their dexterity and wanton behavior.

正如他的步伐,他与他的手小提琴,这是著名的灵巧和肆意行为。

All of these activities require physical fitness and dexterity.

所有这些活动都需要身体健康和头脑敏捷。

Their shows exceed all nations I have known, both for dexterity and magnificence.

就演出的精妙和壮丽而言,他们的表演超过了我所知道的一切国家。

The ball was caught with great dexterity.

球被十分灵巧地抓住了。