tree (noun) | maneuver (noun) |
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a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms | a military training exercise |
a figure that branches from a single root | a plan for attaining a particular goal |
a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill | |
a move made to gain a tactical end | |
an action aimed at evading an opponent |
tree (verb) | maneuver (verb) |
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force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape | direct the course; determine the direction of travelling |
plant with trees | act in order to achieve a certain goal |
chase an animal up a tree | perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense |
stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree |