maneuvering
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /məˈnuːvərɪŋ/
KK: /məˈnuːvərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A process or action of moving or guiding something skillfully or carefully.
Example
The maneuvering of the ship through the narrow channel was impressive.
Conversation
Did you see how he was maneuvering the car in that tight space?
Yeah, that was impressive! I could never do that.
It takes a lot of skill to master the art of maneuvering like that.
For sure! I think practice makes perfect in those situations.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tactic
strategy
operation
Antonyms
inactivity
stagnation
impasse
verb
Definition
To move or guide something skillfully or carefully, often in a strategic way.
Example
The driver was maneuvering the car through the narrow streets.
Tense Forms
Past: maneuvered
Past Participle: maneuvered
Conversation
Did you see how he was maneuvering the car in that tight spot?
Yeah, I was impressed! It takes a lot of skill to do that.
I could never manage that kind of maneuvering myself.
Root Explanation
Maneuvering → It is formed from "manu" (from Latin *manus*, meaning hand) and "-ferre" (meaning to carry or to bear). The word describes the act of skillfully carrying out actions or movements, often with the hands.
Memory Tip
Think of using your 'hands' ('manu') to 'carry out' ('ferre') actions skillfully — that's what maneuvering means.
Visually Confused Words
mannering