manoeuver Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb act in order to achieve a certain goal
    maneuver; manoeuvre.
    • He maneuvered to get the chairmanship
    • She maneuvered herself into the directorship
  2. verb direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
    maneuver; head; point; direct; guide; channelise; manoeuvre; channelize; steer.
  3. verb perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
    maneuver; manoeuvre; operate.

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