Dabster

Dabster
Dabster Dab"ster, n. [Cf. {Dab} an expert.] One who is skilled; a master of his business; a proficient; an adept. [Colloq.] [1913 Webster]

Note: Sometimes improperly used for dabbler; as, ``I am but a dabster with gentle art''. [1913 Webster] ||


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