dex

/dɛks/
noun
  1. Short for dexterity, especially in video games or role-playing games, referring to a character's agility or hand-eye coordination.
    • He put all his points into dex to become a fast archer.
    • You need more dex to unlock that lockpicking skill.
    • My character has high dex, so she dodges attacks easily.
  2. Short for Dexedrine, a brand of amphetamine used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.
    • Abusing dex can lead to serious health problems.
    • She took her dex in the morning to stay focused at school.
    • The doctor prescribed dex to help with his attention issues.
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