manoeuvre
17 synonyms for manoeuvre, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A planned, often careful movement or action, especially one requiring skill.
Synonyms
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manoeuver
channelize
channelise
evasive action
tactical maneuver
tactical manoeuvre
simulated military operation
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A planned, often careful movement or action, especially one requiring skill.
“Parallel parking is a tricky manoeuvre for new drivers.”
How to use manoeuvre
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
military manoeuvre
tight manoeuvre
manoeuvre around
Etymology
From French manœuvre, ultimately from Latin manu operari, "to work by hand" — the same root gives us "manual" and "operate."
Full origin of manoeuvre →Frequently asked questions
What does “manoeuvre” mean?
The word “manoeuvre” means a planned, often careful movement or action, especially one requiring skill. In plain terms, a skillful, deliberate move — with your hands, a vehicle, or in a plan or negotiation.
How do you pronounce “manoeuvre”?
“Manoeuvre” is pronounced muh-NOO-vuh (/məˈnuːvɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “manoeuvre” in a sentence?
Here is “manoeuvre” used in a sentence: “Parallel parking is a tricky manoeuvre for new drivers.”
What part of speech is “manoeuvre”?
Depending on how it is used, “manoeuvre” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “manoeuvre” come from?
The word “manoeuvre” comes from Latin. From French manœuvre, ultimately from Latin manu operari, "to work by hand" — the same root gives us "manual" and "operate.".
Is “manoeuvre” a common word?
“Manoeuvre” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “manoeuvre” have?
“Manoeuvre” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a planned, often careful movement or action, especially one requiring skill.
