- maneuver⇄expr. maneuvers, a training exercise between two or more military or naval units, simulating combat situations.
Ex. The new soldiers were divided into opposing teams and went out on maneuvers in the field. - maneuver⇄maneuver, noun, verb, -vered,-vering.
- maneuver⇄noun (Especially U.S.)1. a planned movement of troops, warships, or tanks.
Ex. Every year the army and navy hold maneuvers for practice.
2. (Figurative.) a skillful plan or movement; clever trick.
Ex. When we refused to use his idea, - maneuver⇄noun maneuverer.
- maneuver⇄v.i. 1. to perform maneuvers.
Ex. The tanks maneuvered toward the front lines.
2. (Figurative.) to plan skillfully; use clever tricks; scheme.
Ex. A scheming person is always maneuvering for some advantage. - maneuver⇄v.t. 1. to cause (troops, warships, or tanks) to perform maneuvers.
Ex. The admiral maneuvered his ships in the battle plan.
2. (Figurative.) to force by skillful plans; get by clever tricks.
Ex. She maneuvered her lazy brother out of