manoeuvrability
/məˌnuːvərəˈbɪləti/ (bre, ipa) · /məˌnuːvərəˈbɪləti/ (ame, ipa)
manoeuvrability — noun
1. the quality that lets a vehicle, boat, machine, or similar thing turn and be con
the quality that lets a vehicle, boat, machine, or similar thing turn and be controlled easily, especially in a small space.
Pilots praised the drone's manoeuvrability as it wove between the trees.
the manoeuvrability of [vehicle] in a tight path
Nadia chose the smaller kayak because its manoeuvrability helped on narrow rivers.
its manoeuvrability helped in a confined route
The wheelchair's manoeuvrability made it easier for Omar to enter crowded lifts.
Engineers improved the robot arm's manoeuvrability by shortening its outer joints.
Good tyre design gives the bike better manoeuvrability on wet city corners.
- clumsiness
suggests awkward movement and poor control
文法句型
the manoeuvrability of [vehicle/object]
improve manoeuvrability
用法筆記
Usually used about vehicles, machines, or equipment that must turn in limited space. Common with verbs such as improve, reduce, and affect.