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maneuvre

Definition

maneuvrenoun
A skilful or carefully controlled movement, especially by a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft.
The driver completed a difficult maneuvre in the narrow street.
A planned tactical movement or operation by military forces, or an exercise in which such movements are practised.
The troops took part in a large-scale maneuvre near the border.
A carefully planned action intended to gain an advantage, especially in politics, business, or negotiation.
The takeover was viewed as a maneuvre to remove a competitor.
maneuvreverb
To move or steer, or to cause something to move or be steered, skilfully and carefully.
She maneuvred the van into the loading bay.
To manage, position, or manipulate people, forces, or circumstances strategically, often in order to gain an advantage.
The candidate maneuvred to secure support from undecided voters.
maneuvreadjective
Relating to or involving tactical movement or manoeuvring, especially in a military context.
The unit trained in maneuvre warfare.
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