MARSHAL

Marshal

Marshal is a term used in several official titles in various branches of society. As marshals became trusted members of the courts of Medieval Europe, the title grew in reputation. During the last few centuries, it has been used for elevated offices, such as in military rank and civilian law enforcement.

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marshal

Noun

  1. A high-ranking officer in the household of a medieval prince or lord, who was originally in charge of the cavalry and later the military forces in general.
  2. A military officer of the highest rank in several countries, including France and the former Soviet Union; equivalent to a general of the army in the United States. See also field marshal.
  3. A person in charge of the ceremonial arrangement and management of a gathering.
  4. A federal lawman.

Verb

  1. To arrange troops etc. in line for inspection or a parade.
  2. To arrange facts etc. in some methodical order.
  3. To ceremoniously guide, conduct or usher.
  4. To gather data for transmission.


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