A method used in dealing with something

• technique

  1. The basic method for making or doing something, such as an artistic work or scientific procedure:
  2. Skill or command in a particular activity:

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  1. The basic method for making or doing something, such as an artistic work or scientific procedure:
  2. Skill or command in a particular activity:

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• tack

  1. A short, light nail with a sharp point and a flat head.
  2. A rope for holding down the weather clew of a course.
  3. A rope for hauling the outer lower corner of a studdingsail to the boom.

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  1. A short, light nail with a sharp point and a flat head.
  2. A rope for holding down the weather clew of a course.
  3. A rope for hauling the outer lower corner of a studdingsail to the boom.

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• plan

  1. An orderly or step-by-step conception or proposal for accomplishing an objective:
  2. A proposed or intended course of action:
  3. A systematic arrangement of elements or important parts; a configuration or outline:

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  1. An orderly or step-by-step conception or proposal for accomplishing an objective:
  2. A proposed or intended course of action:
  3. A systematic arrangement of elements or important parts; a configuration or outline:

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• modus operandi

  1. A method of operating or functioning.
  2. A person's manner of working.

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  1. A method of operating or functioning.
  2. A person's manner of working.

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• line

  1. A geometric figure formed by a point moving along a fixed direction and the reverse direction.
  2. A thin continuous mark, as that made by a pen, pencil, or brush applied to a surface.
  3. A similar mark cut or scratched into a surface.

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  1. A geometric figure formed by a point moving along a fixed direction and the reverse direction.
  2. A thin continuous mark, as that made by a pen, pencil, or brush applied to a surface.
  3. A similar mark cut or scratched into a surface.

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• course

  1. Development in a particular way; progress:
  2. Movement in time; duration:
  3. The direction of continuing movement:

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  1. Development in a particular way; progress:
  2. Movement in time; duration:
  3. The direction of continuing movement:

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• attack

  1. To set upon with violent force.
  2. To criticize strongly or in a hostile manner.
  3. To start work on with purpose and vigor:

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  1. To set upon with violent force.
  2. To criticize strongly or in a hostile manner.
  3. To start work on with purpose and vigor:

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• approach

  1. To come near or nearer, as in space or time:
  2. To make an approach, as in golf.
  3. To come or go near or nearer to:

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  1. To come near or nearer, as in space or time:
  2. To make an approach, as in golf.
  3. To come or go near or nearer to:

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An action calculated to achieve an end

• tactic

  1. A plan or action for achieving a goal; a maneuver.

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  1. A plan or action for achieving a goal; a maneuver.

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• step

  1. The single complete movement of raising one foot and putting it down in another spot, as in walking.
  2. A manner of walking; a particular gait.
  3. A fixed rhythm or pace, as in marching:

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  1. The single complete movement of raising one foot and putting it down in another spot, as in walking.
  2. A manner of walking; a particular gait.
  3. A fixed rhythm or pace, as in marching:

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• move

  1. To change in position from one point to another:
  2. To follow a specified course:
  3. To change posture or position; stir:

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  1. To change in position from one point to another:
  2. To follow a specified course:
  3. To change posture or position; stir:

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• measure

  1. A reference standard or sample used for the quantitative comparison of properties:
  2. A unit specified by a scale, such as an inch, or by variable conditions, such as a day's march.
  3. A system of measurement, such as the metric system.

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  1. A reference standard or sample used for the quantitative comparison of properties:
  2. A unit specified by a scale, such as an inch, or by variable conditions, such as a day's march.
  3. A system of measurement, such as the metric system.

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• maneuver

  1. A movement or combination of movements involving skill and dexterity:
  2. A controlled change in movement or direction of a moving vehicle or vessel, as in the flight path of an aircraft.
  3. A strategic or tactical military or naval movement.

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  1. A movement or combination of movements involving skill and dexterity:
  2. A controlled change in movement or direction of a moving vehicle or vessel, as in the flight path of an aircraft.
  3. A strategic or tactical military or naval movement.

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An official or prescribed plan or course of action

• program

  1. A listing of the order of events and other pertinent information for a public presentation.
  2. The presentation itself:
  3. A scheduled radio or television show.

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  1. A listing of the order of events and other pertinent information for a public presentation.
  2. The presentation itself:
  3. A scheduled radio or television show.

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• policy

  1. A plan or course of action, as of a government, political party, or business, intended to influence and determine decisions, actions, and other matters:
  2. A course of action, guiding principle, or procedure considered expedient, prudent, or advantageous:
  3. Prudence, shrewdness, or sagacity in practical matters:

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  1. A plan or course of action, as of a government, political party, or business, intended to influence and determine decisions, actions, and other matters:
  2. A course of action, guiding principle, or procedure considered expedient, prudent, or advantageous:
  3. Prudence, shrewdness, or sagacity in practical matters:

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• line

  1. A geometric figure formed by a point moving along a fixed direction and the reverse direction.
  2. A thin continuous mark, as that made by a pen, pencil, or brush applied to a surface.
  3. A similar mark cut or scratched into a surface.

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  1. A geometric figure formed by a point moving along a fixed direction and the reverse direction.
  2. A thin continuous mark, as that made by a pen, pencil, or brush applied to a surface.
  3. A similar mark cut or scratched into a surface.

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Method

• mode

  1. A manner, way, or method of doing something, experiencing something, or acting:
  2. A particular form or kind:
  3. A given condition of functioning; a status or operation:

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  1. A manner, way, or method of doing something, experiencing something, or acting:
  2. A particular form or kind:
  3. A given condition of functioning; a status or operation:

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• style

  1. The way in which something is said, done, expressed, or performed:
  2. The combination of distinctive features of literary or artistic expression, execution, or performance characterizing a particular person, group, school, or era.
  3. Sort; type:

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  1. The way in which something is said, done, expressed, or performed:
  2. The combination of distinctive features of literary or artistic expression, execution, or performance characterizing a particular person, group, school, or era.
  3. Sort; type:

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• fashion

  1. The prevailing style or custom, as in dress or behavior:
  2. Something, such as a garment, that is in the current mode:
  3. Manner or mode; way:

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  1. The prevailing style or custom, as in dress or behavior:
  2. Something, such as a garment, that is in the current mode:
  3. Manner or mode; way:

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Plan

• scheme

  1. A systematic plan of action:
  2. A secret or devious plan; a plot:
  3. An orderly plan or arrangement of related parts:

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  1. A systematic plan of action:
  2. A secret or devious plan; a plot:
  3. An orderly plan or arrangement of related parts:

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• idea

  1. Something, such as a thought or conception, that is the product of mental activity.
  2. An opinion, conviction, or principle:
  3. A plan, purpose, or goal:

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  1. Something, such as a thought or conception, that is the product of mental activity.
  2. An opinion, conviction, or principle:
  3. A plan, purpose, or goal:

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• course-of-action

  1. A plan; a set of intended actions, through which one intends to achieve a goal.

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  1. A plan; a set of intended actions, through which one intends to achieve a goal.

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