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MANEUVER

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Maneuver.

How to pronounce maneuver:

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Maneuver - as a noun

A military training exercise

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvre14simulated military operation

A plan for attaining a particular goal

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvre14tactic10tactics11

A deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill

Example: "He made a great maneuver"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvre14play9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motion8move9movement15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A move made to gain a tactical end

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvre14tactical maneuvertactical manoeuvre
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An action aimed at evading an opponent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evasive actionmanoeuvre14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evasion10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Maneuver - as a verb

Act in order to achieve a certain goal

Example: "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvermanoeuvre14

Perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
manoeuvermanoeuvre14operate9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
go3move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The fighter pilot executed a flawless maneuver during the air show."
"The gymnast's intricate maneuver impressed the judges."
"The army conducted a military maneuver to outflank the enemy."
"The driver's quick maneuver helped avoid a collision."
"The chess player performed a strategic maneuver to trap the opponent's king."
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Word Game Points

Is MANEUVER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, maneuver is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MANEUVER has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MANEUVER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, maneuver is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MANEUVER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is MANEUVER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, maneuver is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MANEUVER has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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