[/dɛks]

Definitions

1. noun

a person who is skilled in the art of self-defense, particularly in martial arts, or a person who is skilled in the use of a particular skill or activity.

“He was a skilled martial artist, a real dex in the art of combat.”

2. noun

a shortening of the word ‘dexedrine’, which is a brand name of a central nervous system stimulant.

“The medication was a dex, a stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.”

3. verb

to defend oneself in a skilled and efficient manner, or to perform a particular skill or activity with skill and efficiency.

“She dexed out of the way of the punch, avoiding the blow with ease.”