fine motor skill

noun

Coordination of the movements of the eyes, hands, and fingers, such as in handwriting or playing a musical instrument.

Meanings

nounfine motor skill (plural fine motor skills)

plural fine motor skills

  1. Coordination of the movements of the eyes, hands, and fingers, such as in handwriting or playing a musical instrument.
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