1. relating to or involving manipulation or skillful handling
Usage: formal
2. of or relating to a maniple (a subdivision of a Roman legion)
Usage: historical; military

Examples

• The surgeon’s manipular skills were evident during the delicate operation.
• Ancient Roman manipular tactics proved effective in battle.
• The craftsman’s manipular expertise allowed him to shape the clay perfectly.
• Historians studied the manipular organization of Roman military units.
• Her manipular abilities with the instruments impressed the orchestra conductor.