MANOEUVRE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Manoeuvre.
How to pronounce manoeuvre:
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Manoeuvre - as a noun
A deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
Example: "He made a great maneuver"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuver13play9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motion8move9movement15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A move made to gain a tactical end
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuver13tactical maneuvertactical manoeuvreHypernyms (Closely Related)
move9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An action aimed at evading an opponent
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evasive actionmaneuver13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evasion10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Manoeuvre - as a verb
Act in order to achieve a certain goal
Example: "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuver13manoeuverDirect the course; determine the direction of travelling
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
channelise15channelize24direct9guide7head8maneuver13manoeuverpoint7steer5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
command14control9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The military planned a strategic manoeuvre to outflank the enemy."
"The driver used a quick manoeuvre to avoid hitting the pedestrian."
"The gymnast's manoeuvre on the balance beam was flawless."
"The pilot performed a daring manoeuvre during the air show."
"The chess player executed a brilliant manoeuvre to trap their opponent's king."
Word Game Points
Is MANOEUVRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, manoeuvre is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MANOEUVRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is MANOEUVRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, manoeuvre is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMANOEUVRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is MANOEUVRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, manoeuvre is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMANOEUVRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
