Maneuver

Ma`neu´ver

n.	1.
	1.	Management; dexterous movement; specif., a military or naval evolution, movement, or change of position.
	2.	Management with address or artful design; adroit proceeding; stratagem.
v. i.	1.	To perform a movement or movements in military or naval tactics; to make changes in position with the intention of getting an advantage in attack or defense. [imp. & p. p. Maneuvered or Manœuvred; p. pr. & vb. n. Maneuvering ( ), or Manœuvring ( ).]
	2.	To make changes in one's approach to solving a problem, so as to achieve maximum advantage in a changing situation; - used especially in competitive situations, as in politics, diplomacy, or sports.
	3.	To manage with address or art; to scheme.
v. t.	1.	To change the positions of, as of troops of ships.

Noun	1.	maneuver - a military training exercise Synonyms: simulated military operation, manoeuvre
	2.	maneuver - a plan for attaining a particular goal Synonyms: manoeuvre, tactic
	3.	maneuver - a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; "he made a great maneuver"; "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop" Synonyms: manoeuvre, play
	4.	maneuver - a move made to gain a tactical end Synonyms: tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre, manoeuvre
	5.	maneuver - an action aimed at evading an opponent Synonyms: evasive action, manoeuvre
Verb	1.	maneuver - direct the course; determine the direction of travelling Synonyms: channelise, channelize, guide, steer, manoeuver, manoeuvre, point, head, direct
	2.	maneuver - act in order to achieve a certain goal; "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"; "She maneuvered herself into the directorship" Synonyms: manoeuver, manoeuvre
	3.	maneuver - perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense Synonyms: manoeuver, manoeuvre, operate

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