prowess n : a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation; "the art of conversation"; "it's quite an art" [syn: art, artistry]

English

Pronunciation

• /ˈpɹaʊəs/, /"praU@s/

Etymology

From proece (French: prouesse)

Noun

1. skillfulness and manual ability; adroitness or dexterity
2. distinguished bravery or courage, especially in battle; heroism

Translations

• Bulgarian: храброст, сръчност
• French: exploit
• Spanish: habilidad, capacidad

References

• The Oxford Paperback Dictionary fourth edition ISBN 0-19-280012-4

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