War game maneuver, strategy, or scheme

noun

1. A device for accomplishing an end
2. A method of employing forces in combat

adjective

1. Of or relating to arrangement or order

adjective combining form

1. Of, relating to, or having (such) an arrangement or pattern

   "phonotactic"

2. Showing orientation or movement directed by a (specified) force or agent

   "geotactic"

noun

1. Something that is done in order to delay a decision, an occurrence, etc.