manoeuvre
noun
1. a plan for attaining a particular goal
Similar word(s): maneuver, tactic, tactics
Definition categories: thought
2. a military training exercise
Similar word(s): maneuver
Definition categories: act, operation
3. a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
Similar word(s): maneuver, play
Definition categories: act, motion, move, movement
4. a move made to gain a tactical end
Similar word(s): maneuver
Definition categories: act, move
5. an action aimed at evading an opponent
Similar word(s): maneuver
verb
1. act in order to achieve a certain goal
Similar word(s): maneuver, manoeuver
Definition categories: social, act, move
2. direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
Similar word(s): channelise, channelize, direct, guide, head, maneuver, manoeuver, point, steer
Definition categories: motion, command, control
3. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
Similar word(s): maneuver, manoeuver, operate
Definition categories: competition, go, move