thrust vectoring

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|aviation|rocketry}} The [[deflection]] of the [[exhaust]] [[nozzle]](s) of a [[jet engine]] or [[rocket]] so as to alter the direction in which the engine produces [[thrust]] and help control the [[attitude]] and/or [[direction]] of [[flight]] of the [[vehicle]] using the engine.

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