The difference between Clever and Street-smart
When used as adjectives, clever means nimble with hands or body, whereas street-smart means having practical rather than theoretical knowledge, such as what is learned on the streets rather than in the classroom.
check bellow for the other definitions of Clever and Street-smart
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Clever as an adjective:
Nimble with hands or body; skillful; adept.
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Clever as an adjective:
Resourceful, sometimes to the point of cunning.
Examples:
"'clever like a fox"
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Clever as an adjective:
Smart, intelligent, or witty; mentally quick or sharp.
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Clever as an adjective:
Showing inventiveness or originality; witty.
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Clever as an adjective (anthropology, of an Aboriginal Australian):
Possessing magical abilities.
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Clever as an adjective (obsolete):
Fit; suitable; having propriety.
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Clever as an adjective (obsolete):
Well-shaped; handsome.
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Clever as an adjective (US, dated):
Good-natured; obliging.
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Clever as an adjective (UK, colloquial):
Fit and healthy; free from fatigue or illness.
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Street-smart as an adjective:
Having practical rather than theoretical knowledge, such as what is learned on the streets rather than in the classroom.