1
a
: 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-lessness
noun
or skillessness
skilled; skilling; skills
Examples of skill in a Sentence
Noun
Poker is a game of luck and skill.
The work is difficult and requires a lot of skill.
Cooking is a useful skill.
He has excellent social skills.
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Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Both coaches, who have been in Stanley Cup Finals before and in hockey their whole lives, remarked on the pace, physicality, the quality of hockey from board battles to open ice skill plays.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Additional songs teach kids the days of the week and the importance of washing your hands—now those are the kids of practical life skills wrapped up in an entertaining package both parents and kids can appreciate.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 13 June 2025
Maine was supposed to receive $35 million from the Digital Equity Act for several programs that would provide devices, digital skills training, STEM education, telehealth access, and other services.
—ArsTechnica, 12 June 2025
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Noun
For example, someone who’s the go-to person in navigating the team’s tools may want to improve their negotiation or decision-making skills.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Both coaches, who have been in Stanley Cup Finals before and in hockey their whole lives, remarked on the pace, physicality, the quality of hockey from board battles to open ice skill plays.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Additional songs teach kids the days of the week and the importance of washing your hands—now those are the kids of practical life skills wrapped up in an entertaining package both parents and kids can appreciate.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 13 June 2025
Maine was supposed to receive $35 million from the Digital Equity Act for several programs that would provide devices, digital skills training, STEM education, telehealth access, and other services.
—ArsTechnica, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for skill
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“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skill. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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