noun & ·v ·see maneuver.
2. manoeuvre ·vt to change the positions of, as of troops of ships.
3. manoeuvre ·noun to manage with address or art; to scheme.
4. manoeuvre ·noun management with address or artful design; adroit proceeding; stratagem.
5. manoeuvre ·noun management; dexterous movement; specif., a military or naval evolution, movement, or change of position.
6. manoeuvre ·noun to perform a movement or movements in military or naval tactics; to make changes in position with reference to getting advantage in attack or defense.