maneuver

ma-neu-ver · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A planned movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.

  2. 2.

    To move skillfully or carefully.

  3. 3.

    (military) A large-scale military exercise or tactical movement.

  4. 4.

    To manipulate or guide carefully toward a desired end.

  5. 5.

    A cleverly planned scheme or action.

Forms

plural: maneuvers

Related words

See also: move, strategy, tactic
Synonyms: move, operation, tactic

Etymology

From French manœuvre, from Medieval Latin manuopera ("work done by hand"), from Latin manus ("hand") + opera ("work"). British English spells it "manoeuvre."