Dabster

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Dabster \Dab"ster\, n. [Cf. {Dab} an expert.]
   One who is skilled; a master of his business; a proficient;
   an adept. [Colloq.]
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   Note: Sometimes improperly used for dabbler; as, "I am but a
         dabster with gentle art".
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