marshals

mar-shals · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Federal law enforcement officers in the United States responsible for court security, prisoner transport, and fugitive apprehension.

  2. 2.

    High-ranking military officers, especially in some European countries.

  3. 3.

    Officials who organize or oversee ceremonies, parades, or events.

Related words

See also: deputy, officer, sheriff
Synonyms: officers, officials

Etymology

From Old French mareschal, meaning "groom, commander," from Frankish marhskalk (horse servant).