Tactical

Full definition of tactical

Adjective

1. of, or relating to tactics
• 2012, June 2, Phil McNulty, England 1-0 Belgium, 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
3. adroit, skilful or ingenious
4. (firearms) having a military appearance, typically with accessories such as a bipod, adjustable stock, detachable magazine or black coloration

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