marechal

[mar-uh-shuh l, -shal; French maruh-shal]

marechal Definition

marshal (a high-ranking officer in the armed forces).

Using marechal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "marechal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The marechal was responsible for leading the troops into battle.

  • Example

    He was promoted to the rank of marechal after his successful military campaign.

  • Example

    The marechal inspected the troops before the parade.

marechal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for marechal

Phrases with marechal

  • a high-ranking officer in charge of a military operation in the field

    Example

    The field marechal led the troops into battle.

  • the highest military rank in France, created in 1627 and abolished in 1848

    Example

    Napoleon Bonaparte was appointed marechal of France in 1804.

  • a high-ranking officer in the air force

    Example

    The air marechal was responsible for coordinating the air strikes.

Origins of marechal

from Old French 'mareschal', meaning 'stable keeper'

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Summary: marechal in Brief

The term 'marechal' [mar-uh-shuh l, -shal; French maruh-shal] refers to a high-ranking officer in the armed forces, responsible for leading troops into battle or overseeing military operations. It has various subcategories such as 'field marechal' and 'air marechal.' The highest military rank in France was 'marechal of France.'