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The German word "Winkelzug" is a compound noun made up of:

• Winkel — meaning "angle" or "corner"
• Zug — meaning "move", "pull", or "stroke"

Winkelzug literally translates to "angled move" or "corner move". It is often used in contexts such as strategy games (like chess) or figurative speech, meaning a clever or indirect move or maneuver.

Similar words:

• Manöver (maneuver)
• Listzug (cunning move)
• Taktik (tactic)

Differences:

• Winkelzug emphasizes the idea of an indirect or angled action.
• Manöver is more general, referring to any planned movement or operation.
• Listzug adds the sense of cunning or trickery.
• Taktik refers to broader strategy rather than a single move.