Maneuver Definition

maneuver
noun
  1. a military training exercise
  2. a plan for attaining a particular goal
  3. a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; "he made a great maneuver"; "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop"
  4. a move made to gain a tactical end
  5. an action aimed at evading an opponent
verb
  1. direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
  2. act in order to achieve a certain goal; "He maneuvered to get the chairmanship"; "She maneuvered herself into the directorship"
  3. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

"Maneuver" in song lyrics

See how maneuver is used in real songs:

  • "I'm a shanker, a mover, tactical flankin maneuver"
    1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) f/ Cassidy, Xzibit — Goin Back
  • "You take back on the rack like a Lex Luger maneuver"
    Apathy f/ Open Mic — Sureshot Affair
  • "Watch the maneuver"
    Brother El — Fade It

Usage tips for "maneuver"

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