Associations to the word «Outflank»

Wiktionary

OUTFLANK, verb. (transitive) To maneuver around and behind the flank of (an opposing force).
OUTFLANK, verb. (transitive) To gain a tactical advantage over (a competitor, for example).

Dictionary definition

OUTFLANK, verb. Go around the flank of (an opposing army).
OUTFLANK, verb. Get the better of; "the goal was to best the competition".

Wise words

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John Locke