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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Maneuver \Ma*neu"ver\, Manoeuvre \Ma*noeu"vre\, v. i. [imp. & p.
p. {Maneuvered}or {Manoeuvred}; p. pr. & vb. n.
{Maneuvering}, or {Manoeuvring}.] [Cf. F. manoeuvrer. See
{Maneuver}, n.]
1. To perform a movement or movements in military or naval
tactics; to make changes in position with the intention of
getting an advantage in attack or defense.
[1913 Webster]
2. Hence: To make changes in one's approach to solving a
problem, so as to achieve maximum advantage in a changing
situation; -- used especially in competitive situations,
as in politics, diplomacy, or sports.
[PJC]
3. To manage with address or art; to scheme.
[1913 Webster] Maneuver