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Skill so good it needs its own word, because 'talent' felt insufficient.
means Exceptional skill or ability, especially in combat, a sport, or some demanding craft, proven by actually doing the thing well rather than just claiming it.
from From Old French 'proece,' built on 'prou/prud' meaning brave or valiant — the same root that gives English 'proud.' The word started out almost entirely about martial valor, a knight's bravery and fighting skill on the battlefield, before it loosened its armor over the centuries and wandered into boardrooms, kitchens, and gyms to describe anyone operating at the top of their game.
- origin
- from old french prou, meaning valiant
- knightly roots
- once meant battlefield bravery specifically
- usage tell
- almost always paired with a skill, rarely alone