clever

English

/ˈklɛvɚ/

adj
Definitions
  • Nimble with hands or body; skillful; adept.
  • Resourceful, sometimes to the point of cunning.
  • Smart, intelligent, or witty; mentally quick or sharp.
  • Showing inventiveness or originality; witty.
  • (anthropology) Possessing magical abilities.
  • (obsolete) Fit; suitable; having propriety.
  • (obsolete) Well-shaped; handsome.
  • (US) good-Good-natured; obliging.
  • (UK) Fit and healthy; free from fatigue or illness.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English cliver (tenacious) inherited from Old English *clifer.

Origin

Old English

*clifer

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