Maneuver Definition - MilitaryDictionary.org

maneuver

1.) A tactical exercise carried out at sea, in the air, on the ground, or on a map in imitation of war.

2.) Employment of forces in the operational area through movement in combination with fires to achieve a position of advantage in respect to the enemy.

3.) A movement to place ships, aircraft, or land forces in a position of advantage over the enemy.

4.) The operation of a ship, aircraft, or vehicle, to cause it to perform desired movements.

See Also:

• related scheme of maneuver
• related identification maneuver
• see also operation
• see also mission

In the United States, military vocabulary is standardized by the Department of Defence. These terms are used by the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps.

Term Classification: operations