tactic
1tac·tic
noun \ˈtak-tik\Definition of TACTIC
1
: a device for accomplishing an end
2
: a method of employing forces in combat
See Examples of TACTIC
- an effective tactic for solving crimes
- We may need to change tactics.
- a specialist in naval tactics
Origin of TACTIC
New Latin tactica, from Greek taktikē, from feminine of taktikos
First Known Use: 1640
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