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    marshal

    marshal - Dictionary definition and meaning for word marshal

    Definition
    (noun) a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law
    Synonyms : marshall
    Definition
    (noun) (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank
    Synonyms : marshall
    Definition
    (verb) place in proper rank
    Example Sentence
    • marshal the troops
    Definition
    (verb) arrange in logical order
    Example Sentence
    • marshal facts or arguments
    Definition
    (verb) make ready for action or use
    Synonyms : mobilise , mobilize , summon
    Example Sentence
    • marshal resources
    Definition
    (verb) lead ceremoniously, as in a procession
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for marshal

marshal sounds like "MARCH" = i.e walk in order. this is same as put in order.

marshal also means a police officer.. one of his jobs wld be to keep his subordinates in order..

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