MANEUVER
Scrabble letter values: M3A1N1E1U1V4E1R1 = 13
Definition
- verb direct the course. — synonyms: steer, manoeuver, manoeuvre, direct, point, head, guide, channelize
- verb act in order to achieve a certain goal. — synonyms: manoeuver, manoeuvre
- verb perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense. — synonyms: manoeuver, manoeuvre, operate
- noun a military training exercise. — synonyms: manoeuvre, simulated_military_operation
- noun a plan for attaining a particular goal. — synonyms: tactic, tactics, manoeuvre
- noun a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill. — synonyms: manoeuvre, play
- noun a move made to gain a tactical end. — synonyms: manoeuvre, tactical_maneuver, tactical_manoeuvre
- noun an action aimed at evading an opponent. — synonyms: manoeuvre, evasive_action
Examples
- “determine the direction of travelling”
- “He maneuvered to get the chairmanship”
- “She maneuvered herself into the directorship”