muster

[ˈmʌstər]

muster Definition

  • 1to gather or assemble (troops, people, etc.) for a specific purpose
  • 2to summon up (a feeling, attitude, etc.)
  • 3to examine and verify (troops, equipment, etc.)

Using muster: Examples

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

  • Example

    The general mustered his troops for the final battle.

  • Example

    She tried to muster the courage to speak in front of the audience.

  • Example

    The inspector mustered the soldiers' equipment before deployment.

muster Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for muster

Phrases with muster

  • to be deemed satisfactory or acceptable after close inspection or examination

    Example

    The new recruits will have to pass muster before they can join the team.

  • muster up

    to summon or gather up (courage, strength, etc.)

    Example

    He had to muster up all his energy to finish the marathon.

  • to enroll or register (someone) in military service

    Example

    He was mustered in as a private in the army.

Origins of muster

from Middle English 'mustren', from Old French 'mustrer', from Latin 'monstrare', meaning 'to show'

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Summary: muster in Brief

The verb 'muster' [ˈmʌstər] means to gather or assemble people or things for a specific purpose, such as troops or equipment. It can also mean to summon up a feeling or attitude, like courage. 'Muster' has phrases like 'pass muster,' meaning to be deemed satisfactory, and 'muster up,' meaning to summon courage or strength.