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strategic
adjective stra·te·gic \strə-ˈtē-jik\
: of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time
: useful or important in achieving a plan or strategy
Full Definition of STRATEGIC
1
: of, relating to, or marked by strategy <a strategic retreat>
2
a : necessary to or important in the initiation, conduct, or completion of a strategic plan b : required for the conduct of war and not available in adequate quantities domestically <strategic materials> c : of great importance within an integrated whole or to a planned effect <emphasized strategic points>
3
: designed or trained to strike an enemy at the sources of its military, economic, or political power <a strategic bomber>
— stra·te·gi·cal \-ji-kəl\ adjective
— stra·te·gi·cal·ly \-ji-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
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First Known Use of STRATEGIC
1825
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strategic
adjective stra·te·gic \strə-ˈtē-jik\
Definition of STRATEGIC for Kids
1
: relating to or showing the use of a plan or method to achieve a goal <… by checking the map at strategic intervals, Harry was able to ensure that he wouldn't run into anyone he wanted to avoid. — J. K. Rowling, Goblet of Fire>
2
: useful or important in military strategy <strategic weapons>
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