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noun

The coordination of small muscles, typically in the hands, fingers, and wrists, to perform precise and controlled actions like writing, grasping objects, or fastening buttons.

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I was worried my fine motor skills were failing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

"I've started doing colouring to get stronger with my fine motor skills," she said.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025