manoeuvre meaning and definition

MANOEUVRE noun

Definition of manoeuvre (noun)

1. a plan for attaining a particular goal
   • synonyms: maneuver, tactic, tactics
2. a military training exercise
   • synonyms: 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"
   • synonyms: maneuver, play
4. a move made to gain a tactical end
   • synonyms: maneuver, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre
5. an action aimed at evading an opponent
   • synonyms: evasive action, maneuver

MANOEUVRE verb

Definition of manoeuvre (verb)

1. act in order to achieve a certain goal
   • "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"; "She maneuvered herself into the directorship"
   • synonyms: maneuver, manoeuver
2. direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
   • synonyms: channelise, channelize, direct, guide, head, maneuver, manoeuver, point, steer
3. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
   • synonyms: maneuver, manoeuver, operate