defthanded
See also: deft-handed
English
Etymology
deft + handed
Adjective
defthanded (comparative more defthanded, superlative most defthanded)
- Alternative form of deft-handed
- 1881, Martha Finley, Mildred and Elsie, page 245:
- After that Zillah began her housekeeping, enjoying it exceedingly ; for she was no novice at the business, was defthanded and quick in her motions, had her mother and older sister near enough to be consulted at any time
- 1888, The New Education - Volume 1, Issue 1, page 74:
- Until very recently, cooking and sewing were the essential parts of a girl's education. Did these exercises in the past make women accurate, defthanded and strong?
- 1972, Michael Rossman, On learning and social change, page 206:
- A variety of specialists and their skills are needed for a tract home, but anyone defthanded can build a dome.
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