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