tactics
(usually used with a singular verb) the art or science of disposing military or naval forces for battle and maneuvering them in battle.
(used with a plural verb) the maneuvers themselves.
(used with a singular verb) any mode of procedure for gaining advantage or success.
(usually used with a singular verb)Linguistics.
the patterns in which the elements of a given level or stratum in a language may combine to form larger constructions.
the study and description of such patterns.
Origin of tactics
1synonym study For tactics
Other words from tactics
- coun·ter·tac·tics, noun
Words that may be confused with tactics
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British Dictionary definitions for tactics
/ (ˈtæktɪks) /
(functioning as singular) military the art and science of the detailed direction and control of movement or manoeuvre of forces in battle to achieve an aim or task
the manoeuvres used or plans followed to achieve a particular short-term aim
Origin of tactics
1Derived forms of tactics
- tactician, noun
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