Definition of manoeuvre

noun (n)

• a plan for attaining a particular goal (noun.cognition)

  Synonym: maneuver, tactic, tactics
  

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• a military training exercise (noun.act)

  Synonym: maneuver, simulated military operation
  

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• a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill (noun.act)

  Synonym: maneuver, play
  

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• a move made to gain a tactical end (noun.act)

  Synonym: maneuver, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre
  

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• an action aimed at evading an opponent (noun.act)

  Synonym: evasive action, maneuver
  

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verb (v)

• act in order to achieve a certain goal (verb.social)

  Synonym: maneuver, manoeuver
  

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• direct the course; determine the direction of travelling (verb.motion)

  Synonym: channelise, channelize, direct, guide, head, maneuver, manoeuver, point, steer
  

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• perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense (verb.competition)

  Synonym: maneuver, manoeuver, operate
  

  source: wordnet30

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