tactical

adj
/ˈtæktɪk(ə)l/

Etymology

From tactic + -al.

  1. derived from τακτικός
  2. borrowed from tactica
  3. formed as tactical — “tactic + -al

Definitions

  1. Of or relating to tactics.

    • As in the 1-0 win against Norway in Oslo, this was an England performance built on the foundations of solid defence and tactical discipline.
  2. Of or relating to military operations that are smaller or more local than strategic ones.

    • tactical nuclear weapon
    • There are already hopes that actual tactical surprise has been attained, and we hope to furnish the enemy with a succession of surprises during the course of the fighting.
  3. Adroit, skilful or ingenious.

  4. + 3 more definitions
    1. Having a military appearance, typically with accessories such as a bipod, adjustable…

      Having a military appearance, typically with accessories such as a bipod, adjustable stock, detachable magazine or black coloration.

    2. A combinator of proof tactics.

    3. A private war reenactment event involving mock battles or skirmishes.

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