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tactics

[ tak-tiks ]

noun

  1. (usually used with a singular verb) the art or science of disposing military or naval forces for battle and maneuvering them in battle.
  2. (used with a plural verb) the maneuvers themselves.
  3. (used with a singular verb) any mode of procedure for gaining advantage or success.
  4. (usually used with a singular verb) Linguistics.
    1. the patterns in which the elements of a given level or stratum in a language may combine to form larger constructions.
    2. the study and description of such patterns.


tactics

/ ˈtæktɪks /

plural noun

  1. 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
  2. the manoeuvres used or plans followed to achieve a particular short-term aim
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Derived Forms

  • tacˈtician, noun
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Other Words From

  • counter·tactics noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of tactics1

First recorded in 1620–30; tactic, -ics
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Word History and Origins

Origin of tactics1

C17: from New Latin tactica, from Greek ta taktika the matters of arrangement, neuter plural of taktikos concerning arrangement or order, from taktos arranged (for battle), from tassein to arrange
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Example Sentences

Alternating between base-building and squad-based tactics gameplay, you will need skill and luck to complete each mission.

If you’re already a fan of strategy RPG series like Disgaea, Final Fantasy Tactics, or Valkyria Chronicles, you probably don’t need to be convinced to get the newest Fire Emblem game.

First, he emphasized the importance of the police and the need for new training and an end to “broken windows” tactics.

Other groups in the progressive orbit are trying out other tactics.

No law or even revolution in police tactics can fully curb the rising expectations that come with a wired world.

Australia earlier cancelled Blanc's visa over claims his tactics promote sexual assault.

It may be surprising that Christian authors would use tactics that even those outside the church consider unethical.

I cannot put my own case to the Admiralty although the machines are wanted for overland tactics—a fatal blind alley.

Leander seen what he needed was tactics, and his regular tactics was to hold the scholar at arm's length by the hair.

The men composing the regiment were fighters, but in their tactics differed little from the guerrillas.

Bruce, however, had resolutely restricted himself to the tactics of defence; but the anticipation was a natural one enough.

Sir Lucien was first surprised, then piqued, and finally interested by such unusual tactics.

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