manoeuvres
Translation
maneuvers, military exercises, schemes, operations
Examples
The driver performed some difficult manoeuvres.
The driver performed some difficult maneuvers.
The army is on manoeuvres in the desert.
The army is on maneuvers in the desert.
He made some clever political manoeuvres.
He made some clever political maneuvers.
Grammar Patterns
perform/make ((adjective)) maneuvers to carry out skillful movements The pilot performed some tricky maneuvers.
be on maneuvers to be taking part in military exercises The troops are on maneuvers.
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Etymology
From French 'manœuvre', from Medieval Latin 'manuopera', from 'manu' (by hand) + 'operari' (to work). Literally 'hand-work'. Note the US spelling 'maneuver'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'manu' (hand) and 'oeuvre' (work, like in 'magnum opus'). It's a skillful piece of work or movement, originally done by hand.