1560s, "pertaining to tactics," from Modern Latin tactica (see tactics) + -al (1). Meaning "characterized by adroit management" is from 1883. In reference to nuclear weapons ("for limited use in military operations," opposed to strategic) it is recorded from 1957. Related: Tactically.
双语例句
1. They have removed all tactical nuclear missiles that could strike Europe.
他们已经拆除所有能够袭击欧洲的战术核导弹。
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2. He had a nose for trouble and a brilliant tactical mind.
他善于发现问题,还总能想出高明的策略。
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3. The security forces had made a tactical withdrawal from the area.
安全部队已从该地区战术性撤军。
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4. He had made a humiliating tactical error and he had to go.