manoeuvre (n.)

  1. a plan for attaining a particular goal

    [ Syn: tactic , tactics , maneuver ]

  2. a military training exercise

    [ Syn: maneuver , simulated military operation ]

  3. a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; he made a great maneuver; the runner was out on a play by the shortstop

    [ Syn: maneuver , play ]

  4. a move made to gain a tactical end

    [ Syn: maneuver , tactical maneuver , tactical manoeuvre ]

  5. an action aimed at evading an opponent

    [ Syn: maneuver , evasive action ]

    manoeuvre (v.)

  1. act in order to achieve a certain goal; He maneuvered to get the chairmanship; She maneuvered herself into the directorship

    [ Syn: maneuver , manoeuver ]

  2. direct the course; determine the direction of travelling

    [ Syn: steer , maneuver , manoeuver , direct , point , head , guide , channelize , channelise ]

  3. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

    [ Syn: manoeuver , maneuver , operate ]

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