Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Tactician /tăktĭ'shən/ · Tac·ti·cian · IPA /tækˈtɪʃən/ 01 n. One versed in tactics; hence, a skillful maneuverer; an adroit manager. 1. One versed in tactics; hence, a skillful maneuverer; an adroit manager.