manoeuvrable

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See also: manœuvrable

English

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Etymology

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From manoeuvre +‎ -able.

Adjective

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manoeuvrable (comparative more manoeuvrable, superlative most manoeuvrable)

  1. (British spelling) Alternative spelling of maneuverable
    • 1964 May, “News and Comment: WR's new parcel traffic method”, in Modern Railways, page 300:
      It is lighter to handle and more manoeuvrable, and its three caged sides with web straps on the fourth prevent movement of the contents.
    • 2021, “Mercedes-Benz self-driving car technology approved for use”, in Fleet news:
      The S-Class with the optional Drive Pilot also has redundant steering and braking systems and a redundant on-board electrical system, so that it remains manoeuvrable even if one of these systems fails and the safe handover to the driver can be ensured.

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