strategic
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adjective \strə-ˈtē-jik\Definition of STRATEGIC
1
: of, relating to, or marked by strategy <a strategic retreat>
2
a : necessary to or important in the initiation, conduct, or completion of a strategic plan b : required for the conduct of war and not available in adequate quantities domestically <strategic materials> c : of great importance within an integrated whole or to a planned effect <emphasized strategic points>
3
: designed or trained to strike an enemy at the sources of its military, economic, or political power <a strategic bomber>
— stra·te·gi·cal \-ji-kəl\ adjective
— stra·te·gi·cal·ly \-ji-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
See Examples of STRATEGIC
- The bridges have great strategic value.
- The hill is located at a strategic position.
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