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MANOEUVRE

(noun, verb)
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There are 8 meanings of the word Manoeuvre.

How to pronounce manoeuvre:

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Manoeuvre - as a noun

A plan for attaining a particular goal

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuvertactictactics

A military training exercise

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuversimulated military operation

A deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill

Example: "He made a great maneuver"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuverplay
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motionmovemovement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A move made to gain a tactical end

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

An action aimed at evading an opponent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evasive actionmaneuver
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evasion
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Manoeuvre - as a verb

Act in order to achieve a certain goal

Example: "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuvermanoeuver

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maneuvermanoeuveroperate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gomove
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The military planned a strategic manoeuvre to outflank the enemy."
"The driver used a quick manoeuvre to avoid hitting the pedestrian."
"The gymnast's manoeuvre on the balance beam was flawless."
"The pilot performed a daring manoeuvre during the air show."
"The chess player executed a brilliant manoeuvre to trap their opponent's king."
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Word Game Points

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

MANOEUVRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is MANOEUVRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, manoeuvre is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MANOEUVRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is MANOEUVRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, manoeuvre is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MANOEUVRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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