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    DEFTLY

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (adverb) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    In a deft mannerplay

    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 mannerplay

    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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