Definition

A person who arranges or directs a ceremony or event, often in a formal or official capacity.

Example

The marshall led the parade with great authority and precision.

Conversation

Did you see the new movie about the marshall?

Yeah, it was really interesting to see how they portrayed him.

I didn't know much about that marshall before watching it.

Same here! It made me want to read more about his life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Marshall → It originates from Old French *mareschal* (meaning horse servant or stable keeper), which itself comes from the Germanic *marh* (meaning horse) and *scalc* (meaning servant). The word 'marshall' refers to a person who manages or oversees, particularly in a military or ceremonial context, akin to a horse servant managing horses.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'horse servant' ('marh' means horse and 'scalc' means servant) to remember that a marshall is someone who manages or oversees, especially in a formal setting.

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