strategic

stra·te·gic

adjective \strə-ˈtē-jik\

: of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time

: useful or important in achieving a plan or strategy

Full 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

Examples of STRATEGIC

1. The bridges have great strategic value.
2. The hill is located at a strategic position.

First Known Use of STRATEGIC

1825