Maneuverability: meaning, definitions and examples

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maneuverability

 

[ məˌnuːvərəˈbɪlɪti ]

Context #1

of a vehicle

The quality of being easy to control and move around in a precise way, especially in difficult situations.

Synonyms

agility, dexterity, nimbleness

Examples of usage

  • The fighter jet's maneuverability allowed it to outmaneuver the enemy aircraft.
  • The small size of the car gives it excellent maneuverability in city traffic.
Context #2

of a person

The ability to easily change one's position or direction in a skillful way.

Synonyms

adroitness, flexibility, versatility

Examples of usage

  • The gymnast's incredible maneuverability allowed her to perform complex routines effortlessly.
  • The dancer's agility and maneuverability on stage captivated the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "maneuverability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manobrabilidade

🇮🇳 गतिशीलता

🇩🇪 Manövrierfähigkeit

🇮🇩 manuverabilitas

🇺🇦 маневреність

🇵🇱 manewrowość

🇯🇵 機動性

🇫🇷 manœuvrabilité

🇪🇸 maniobrabilidad

🇹🇷 manevra kabiliyeti

🇰🇷 기동성

🇸🇦 قدرة المناورة

🇨🇿 manévrovatelnost

🇸🇰 manévrovateľnosť

🇨🇳 机动性

🇸🇮 manévrabilnost

🇮🇸 manövruleiki

🇰🇿 маневрлік

🇬🇪 მანევრირების უნარი

🇦🇿 manevr qabiliyyəti

🇲🇽 maniobrabilidad

Word origin

The word 'maneuverability' originated from the French word 'manœuvrabilité', which is derived from the Latin word 'manu operari' meaning 'to work by hand'. The term was initially used in military contexts to describe the ability to move troops strategically. Over time, it evolved to encompass the agility and dexterity of vehicles and individuals in various situations.

See also: maneuver, maneuvered, maneuvering, maneuvers, outmaneuver.