manipular

/məˈnɪpjələr/
adjective
  1. Relating to a maniple or to the maniple system of the Roman army.
    • Historians often discuss the manipular tactics used in the Samnite Wars.
    • The manipular structure allowed smaller units to maneuver independently.
    • The manipular formation gave Roman soldiers more flexibility than the phalanx.
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