Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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manoeuvre | Yes | No | Yes | No |
clinch | Yes | No | Yes | No |
manoeuvre (noun) | clinch (noun) |
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a move made to gain a tactical end | (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily |
an action aimed at evading an opponent | a tight or amorous embrace |
a military training exercise | the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet |
a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill | a small slip noose made with seizing |
a plan for attaining a particular goal | a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together |
manoeuvre (verb) | clinch (verb) |
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perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense | settle conclusively |
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling | flatten the ends (of nails and rivets) |
act in order to achieve a certain goal | secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts |
hold in a tight grasp | |
embrace amorously | |
hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches |