ˈprau̇ə̇s noun
( -es )
Etymology: Middle English prouesse, prowesse, from Old French proece, proesse, from prod, prud, prou good, capable, brave — more at proud
1. : distinguished bravery : gallantry ; especially : military valor and skill
supposed warlike exploits … details of their imaginary prowess — J.G.Frazer
2. : extraordinary ability : excellence
the politician's prowess in debate
his prowess on the football field
power derived from … technical prowess — Raymond Aron
his prowess with a forty-five — Green Peyton