variants
also strategical
1
: 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
strategic planning/warfare
The bridges have great strategic value.
strategic maneuvers [=maneuvers that are done as part of a general strategy]
strategic bombing
a strategic retreat [=a retreat that is done in order to help accomplish a general plan]
strategic nuclear weapons [=powerful nuclear weapons that are designed to be used against targets that are chosen as part of a general plan to defeat an enemy rather than in an attempt to win a specific battle]
2
: useful or important in achieving a plan or strategy
The hill is located at a strategic position.
a strategic location
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“Strategic.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/strategic. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.
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