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Definition of dex

dex

/dɛks/
dex
Plural:dexes
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• noun

1

An abbreviation for dexterity, commonly used in tabletop and video role-playing games to denote a character's agility, balance, and hand-eye coordination.

Example

"I need to increase my character's dex so I can effectively wield a longbow and dodge incoming attacks."

2

A slang term for pharmaceutical drugs containing dextroamphetamine (a central nervous system stimulant) or dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant).

Example

"The toxicology screening revealed a significant amount of dex in the patient's bloodstream."

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dewormer
dewpoint
dewy
dex
dexterity
dexterous
dexterously

Word Origin & Etymology

A clipping of either the word 'dexterity' (derived from Latin 'dexter', meaning 'right-handed' or 'skillful') or the chemical prefix 'dextro-' (used in pharmaceutical names like dextroamphetamine and dextromethorphan).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dex. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dex
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