manoeuvre | ||
1. | [ noun ] a move made to gain a tactical end | |
Synonyms: | maneuvering tactical_maneuver manoeuvering tactical_manoeuver tactical_manoeuvre maneuver | |
Related terms: | move measure parking device ploy ruse footwork feint | |
2. | [ noun ] a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill | |
Synonyms: | play maneuver | |
Examples: | "he made a great maneuver" "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop" |
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Related terms: | motion stroke completion completion assist icing jugglery figure footwork obstruction jump takeaway mousetrap safety_blitz ball_hawking athletic_game steer | |
3. | [ noun ] (military) a military training exercise | |
Synonyms: | maneuver simulated_military_operation | |
Related terms: | operation military_training military maneuver | |
4. | [ noun ] a plan for attaining a particular goal | |
Synonyms: | tactic maneuver | |
Related terms: | plan_of_action maneuver | |
5. | [ verb ] (military) perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense | |
Synonyms: | operate manoeuver maneuver | |
Related terms: | move jockey operation | |
6. | [ verb ] (transportation) direct the course; determine the direction of travelling | |
Synonyms: | guide point maneuver steer head channelise manoeuver channelize direct manouevre | |
Related terms: | control park navigate stand_out navigate corner dock channel starboard sheer pull_over conn crab driving maneuver head guidance bearing guide maneuverer forefront helmsman steering | |
7. | [ verb ] act in order to achieve a certain goal | |
Synonyms: | manoeuver maneuver | |
Examples: | "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship" "She maneuvered herself into the directorship" |
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Related terms: | act tactic | |
8. | [ noun ] an action aimed at evading an enemy | |
Synonyms: | evasive_action maneuver | |
Related terms: | evasion clinch straight-arm flight_maneuver | |
Similar spelling: |
manoeuvrer manoeuverer manouevre manoeuver manoeuvrable manoeuvering maneuverer maneuver maneuvering |