Definitions of marshal:

  • noun:   a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law
  • noun:   (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank
  • verb:   arrange in logical order
    Example: "Marshal facts or arguments"
  • verb:   place in proper rank
    Example: "Marshal the troops"
  • verb:   lead ceremoniously, as in a procession
  • verb:   make ready for action or use
    Example: "Marshal resources"
  • name:  A surname (rare: 1 in 100000 families; popularity rank in the U.S.: #10460)