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Proficient \Pro*fi"cient\, a.
Well advanced in any branch of knowledge or skill; possessed
of considerable acquirements; well-skilled; versed; adept,
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Proficient \Pro*fi"cient\, n. [L. proficiens, -entis, p. pr. of
proficere to go forward, make progress; pro forward + facere
to make. See {Fact}, and cf. {Profit}, (?)]
One who has made considerable advances in any business, art,
science, or branch of learning; an expert; an adept; as,
proficient in a trade; a proficient in mathematics, music,
etc.
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