INDEXTERITY

Etymology

Noun

indexterity (uncountable)

Lack of dexterity, skill, or readiness in any respect; awkwardness; sluggishness; clumsiness.

Source: Wiktionary


In`dex*ter"i*ty, n. Etym: [Pref. in- not + dexterity: cf. F. indextérité.]

Definition: Want of dexterity or readiness, especially in the use of the hands; clumsiness; awkwardness. Harvey.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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