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单词 prowess
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
prow•ess /ˈpraʊɪs/USA pronunciation   n. [uncountable]
  1. great or exceptional ability, skill, or strength:his prowess in art; athletic prowess.

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
prow•ess  (prou′is),USA pronunciation n. 
  1. exceptional valor, bravery, or ability, esp. in combat or battle.
  2. exceptional or superior ability, skill, or strength:his prowess as a public speaker.
  3. a valiant or daring deed.
  • Latin -itia -ice
  • Old French proesse, proece goodness, bravery, equivalent. to prou prow2 + -esse
  • Middle English 1250–1300
prow′essed, adj. 

Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
prowess /ˈpraʊɪs/ n
  1. outstanding or superior skill or ability
  2. bravery or fearlessness, esp in battle
Etymology: 13th Century: from Old French proesce, from prou good; see proud
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