Strategic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Strategic ( adjective )

1. Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
2. Relating to the science of military command and the planning and conduct of a war.
3. Relating to the potential for gaining an advantage over an opponent.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french stratégique, or via latin from greek strategikos, from strategos "general".

Examples:

1. The company's strategic plan for the next five years.
2. This move is part of the government's strategic defense policy.
3. The city is a strategic location for the new factory.
4. The company's strategic decision to expand into new markets.
5. It was a strategic mistake to leave the company at that time.

(As a noun)

Strategic ( noun )

1. Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
2. Relating to the science of military command and the planning and conduct of a war.
3. Relating to the potential for gaining an advantage over an opponent.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french stratégique, or via latin from greek strategikos, from strategos "general".

Examples:

1. The company's strategic plan for the next five years.
2. This move is part of the government's strategic defense policy.
3. The city is a strategic location for the new factory.
4. The company's strategic decision to expand into new markets.
5. It was a strategic mistake to leave the company at that time.