That by his fellowship he color might Both his estate and love from
skill of any wight.
Spenser.
Nor want we skill or art.
Milton.
3. The familiar knowledge of any art or science, united with readiness
and dexterity in execution or performance, or in the application of the
art or science to practical purposes; power to discern and execute;
ability to perceive and perform; expertness; aptitude; as, the skill of
a mathematician, physician, surgeon, mechanic, etc.
Phocion, . . . by his great wisdom and skill at negotiations,
diverted Alexander from the conquest of Athens.
Swift.
Where patience her sweet skill imparts.
Keble.