Definition of skill
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: the ability to use one's knowledge effectively and readily in execution or performance
b
: dexterity or coordination especially in the execution of learned physical tasks
2
: a learned power of doing something competently : a developed aptitude or ability
language skills
skill
verb
skilled; skilling; skills
Definition of skill (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of skill was in the 13th century
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