maneuver

Meanings

• a military training exercise
• a plan for attaining a particular goal
• a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
  • "he made a great maneuver"
• a move made to gain a tactical end
• an action aimed at evading an opponent
• direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
• act in order to achieve a certain goal
  • "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"
  • "She maneuvered herself into the directorship"
• perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

Synonyms

channelise, channelize, direct, evasive action, guide, head, manoeuver, manoeuvre, operate, play, point, simulated military operation, steer, tactic, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre, tactics