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    Manoeuvre (en. Maneuver)

    /manœvʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Voluntary action or movement.
    The pilot executed a bold manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle.
    Le pilote a effectué une manœuvre audacieuse pour éviter l'obstacle.
    Complex or delicate operation.
    This economic manoeuvre requires rigorous planning.
    Cette manœuvre économique nécessite une planification rigoureuse.
    verb
    To carry out a skillful or clever action.
    He skillfully maneuvered to obtain that contract.
    Il a manœuvré habilement pour obtenir ce contrat.
    To drive or direct something.
    She maneuvers the boat with great skill.
    Elle manœuvre le bateau avec beaucoup de compétence.

    Etymology

    From the Latin word 'manu operare', meaning 'to act with the hand'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a manoeuvre
    to perform a movement or strategic action.
    faire une manœuvre
    avoidance manoeuvre
    action taken to avoid danger.
    manœuvre d'évitement
    deliberate manoeuvre
    action done intentionally and carefully.
    manœuvre deliberée

    Related Words

    manipulation
    Action of manipulating or maneuvering skillfully.
    manipulation
    operation
    Action of achieving or executing something.
    opération
    tactic
    Strategy or method used to achieve a goal.
    tactique

    Slang Meanings

    In the navigation field, a manoeuvre often refers to acrobatic maneuvers.
    They performed crazy maneuvers during the regatta.
    Ils ont réalisé des manœuvres de fou lors de la régate.
    In colloquial language, 'manoeuvre' can refer to a person of little importance.
    He's just a maneuver in this company.
    C'est juste un manœuvre dans cette entreprise.