Many crafts have in fact become deskilled (New Scientist).
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Skill — Skill, n. [Icel. skil a distinction, discernment; akin to skilja to separate, divide, distinguish, Sw. skilja,. skille to separate, skiel reason, right, justice, Sw. sk[ a]l reason, Lith. skelli to cleave. Cf. {Shell}, {Shoal}, a multitude.] 1.… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Skill testing question — Skill testing questions are a legal requirement attached to many contests in Canada.The combined effect of Sections 197 to 206 of the Criminal Code of Canada bans for profit gaming or betting, with exceptions made for provincial lotteries,… … Wikipedia
skill — W1S3 [skıl] n [U and C] [Date: 1100 1200; : Old Norse; Origin: skil good judgment, knowledge ] an ability to do something well, especially because you have learned and practised it →↑talent ▪ Reading and writing are two different skills. ▪ Many… … Dictionary of contemporary English
skill-intensive — ˌskill inˈtensive adjective HUMAN RESOURCES a skill intensive job is one in which workers must be very skilled * * * skill intensive UK US adjective HR ► a skill intensive job needs workers who have the correct skills: »Retaining experienced… … Financial and business terms
skill set — ˈskill set noun [countable] HUMAN RESOURCES all the different skills that are needed to do a particular job: • Our skill set is constantly evaluated in line with trends in technology and our client s needs. * * * skill set UK US noun [C] ► HR the … Financial and business terms
skill — [ skıl ] noun *** uncount the ability to do something well, usually as a result of experience and training: Most people trust in the skill and dedication of the nursing staff. skill at/in: The committee needs someone who has some skill in… … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
skill set — noun (commercial jargon) A range of job related aptitudes • • • Main Entry: ↑skill * * * ˈskill set 8 [skill set] noun a person s range of skills or abilities … Useful english dictionary
skill´ful|ness — skill|ful «SKIHL fuhl», adjective. 1. having skill; expert: »He is a very skillful surgeon. SYNONYM(S): dexterous, deft, adroit, proficient. 2. showing skill: »That is a skillful piece of bricklaying. SYNONYM(S): dexterous, deft, adroit,… … Useful english dictionary
skill|ful — «SKIHL fuhl», adjective. 1. having skill; expert: »He is a very skillful surgeon. SYNONYM(S): dexterous, deft, adroit, proficient. 2. showing skill: »That is a skillful piece of bricklaying. SYNONYM(S): dexterous, deft, adroit, proficient. Also … Useful english dictionary
Skill — Skill, v. t. To know; to understand. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] To skill the arts of expressing our mind. Barrow. [1913 Webster] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Skill — Skill, v. i. 1. To be knowing; to have understanding; to be dexterous in performance. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] I can not skill of these thy ways. Herbert. [1913 Webster] 2. To make a difference; to signify; to matter; used impersonally. Spenser.… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
