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maneuvers

 

[məˈnuːvərz ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

military tactics

Maneuvers refer to planned military movements and exercises carried out by troops to improve their skills and coordination. These exercises often involve simulations of real-life combat situations and are crucial for maintaining readiness and effectiveness in the field.

Synonyms

drills, exercises, operations.

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Word Description / Examples
maneuvers

Used to describe strategic or tactical movements, often in military contexts.

  • The army conducted night maneuvers to practice their strategies.
  • The staff practiced maneuvers to efficiently evacuate the building in case of an emergency.
exercises

General term for activities designed to train or test individuals or groups, commonly used in physical training, academic contexts, or military.

  • They did stretching exercises before starting their workout.
  • The students were given several math exercises to complete for homework.
drills

Refers to repeated training activities or practices to improve skills and performance, commonly used in both military and non-military contexts.

  • The firefighters perform regular drills to stay prepared for any emergency.
  • The coach had the team run through various basketball drills to improve their skills.
operations

Refers to organized activities or missions, typically complex, often in the context of military, business, or emergency situations.

  • The military operation was successful in securing the area.
  • The police planned a covert operation to catch the suspect.

Examples of usage

  • The army conducted maneuvers in the desert to practice their strategic movements.
  • During the maneuvers, soldiers practiced coordinating air and ground forces.
Context #2 | Noun

skillful actions

Maneuvers can also refer to skillful and strategic actions or plans carried out to achieve a specific goal. These maneuvers require clever planning and execution to outmaneuver opponents or obstacles.

Synonyms

moves, strategies, tactics.

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maneuvers

Used when discussing complex or skillful actions, often in a military, physical, or strategic scenario. It implies carefully planned movements.

  • The general orchestrated a series of maneuvers to outflank the enemy.
  • The gymnast's maneuvers were both graceful and precise.
tactics

Used when focusing on the specific methods used to achieve a short-term goal, often in competitive or difficult situations.

  • The coach discussed the tactics for the next game.
  • Their bargaining tactics were questionable but effective.
strategies

Refers to planned actions or policies designed to achieve a major or overall aim, often in long-term situations such as business or war.

  • The company's growth strategies have been very effective.
  • His campaign strategies were discussed in detail.
moves

A broad term suitable for general use, whether referring to physical actions, decisions, or changes in position.

  • She made a move towards the door.
  • He planned his next career move carefully.

Examples of usage

  • The politician made clever maneuvers to secure the support of key stakeholders.
  • The chess player's maneuvers on the board demonstrated a deep understanding of the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "maneuvers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manobras

🇮🇳 चालें

🇩🇪 Manöver

🇮🇩 manuver

🇺🇦 маневри

🇵🇱 manewry

🇯🇵 操作

🇫🇷 manœuvres

🇪🇸 maniobras

🇹🇷 manevralar

🇰🇷 기동

🇸🇦 مناورات

🇨🇿 manévry

🇸🇰 manévre

🇨🇳 演习

🇸🇮 manevri

🇮🇸 heræfingar

🇰🇿 маневрлер

🇬🇪 მანევრები

🇦🇿 manevrlər

🇲🇽 maniobras

Etymology

The word 'maneuver' originated from the French word 'manœuvre', which means 'manipulation' or 'operation'. It entered the English language in the 18th century, primarily used in a military context to describe tactical movements. Over time, its usage expanded to include skillful actions in various fields, reflecting the idea of strategic planning and execution. Today, 'maneuvers' are essential in military, political, and everyday contexts to achieve goals effectively.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,776, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.