Definition of Marshal
Marshal
Mar·shal
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A high-ranking military officer or a law enforcement officer.
e.g. The marshal carefully directed the parade procession down Main Street.
(verb)
to assemble a group of people, especially members of the armed forces, into some order or position;
e.g. We had to marshal the troops into position for the upcoming battle.
(noun)
the highest-ranking military official in some systems;
e.g. The marshal was ordered to prepare the army for battle.
(noun)
the head of a city's fire department or police force, or a person who is involved in law enforcement;
e.g. The fire department has a new marshal at its head.
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