Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun footwork

2 senses of footwork

Sense 1
footwork -- (the manner of using the feet)
       => maneuver, manoeuvre, play -- (a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill; "he made a great maneuver"; "the runner was out on a play by the shortstop")

Sense 2
footwork -- (skillful maneuvering or dealing; "she needs some fancy footwork to cover all those lies")
       => maneuver, manoeuvre, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre -- (a move made to gain a tactical end)