Definition of Maneuver
Maneuver
ma·neu·ver
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a skillful action, movement, or series of movements, especially those that require careful planning and execution;
e.g. He used a sharp maneuver to park his car in the narrow space.
(noun)
a careful and clever scheme or plan, especially one that is deceptive;
e.g. After her latest maneuver, they decided not to trust her.
(noun)
a military action or exercise that involves the combination of a large number of units;
e.g. The troops performed a complex maneuver on the battlefield.
(verb)
to perform military/naval tactical action or movement in order to fulfill a particular purpose;
e.g. The captain gave the order for his troops to maneuver through the narrow passage.
(verb)
to execute a series of careful and calculated movements/changes in order to guide something or adjust its direction or position;
e.g. She kept both hands on the steering wheel to maneuver her car through the traffic.
(verb)
to use schemes or strategies in order to achieve a particular purpose or outcome;
e.g. He tried to maneuver them into a less controversial topic of discussion.
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