skill set

American  

[skil-set] / ˈskɪlˌsɛt /

Or skillset

noun

1. a particular combination of skills that a person has developed, especially ones that can be used in a job.

   She doesn't have the proper skill set to be an effective manager.

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Etymology

Origin of skill set

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

While drafting Bea as a spy makes a certain amount of sense, Twila’s skill set, as she is told, is being “fearless.”

From Los Angeles Times

I told him that I was fine with office work—with my analyst background, it seemed like a better fit for my skill set anyway.

From Slate

“Put them all together,” the junior said of his skill set.

From The Wall Street Journal

The boys learn that they must back their natural talents with drills, emotional intelligence, experience and a more comprehensive and flexible skill set to actually restore Karasuno to its former glory.

From Salon

“Most of the time, adult children are trying but don’t have the skill set to implement the changes that are needed. Or they’re viewed as a child still by the parent and not taken seriously,” Keating said.

From MarketWatch