adjective
- able to be moved, steered, or controlled easily and with precision
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is 'maneuverable'; commonly used in contexts of vehicles, aircraft, and military operations
Examples
- The small sports car is highly manoeuvrable in tight city streets.
- Modern fighter jets are designed to be extremely manoeuvrable in combat.
- The compact wheelchair is more manoeuvrable than the standard model.
- A manoeuvrable boat is essential for navigating narrow canals.
- The robot's articulated arms make it manoeuvrable enough for delicate tasks.
- Despite its size, the cargo ship proved surprisingly manoeuvrable in the harbor.