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stratagem

strat·a·gem [ stráttəjəm ] (plural strat·a·gems)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. clever scheme: a clever ruse or scheme that is designed to deceive others or achieve a goal

2. ruse for deceiving enemy: a military tactic or maneuver that is designed to deceive an enemy

3. use of clever schemes: the use of stratagems, or skill in using stratagems

[15th century. Via French< Greek stratēgēma< stratēgos "general" (see strategy)]
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