No. 3,643 in French
maréchal
"Maréchal" in English means "marshal," referring to a high-ranking military officer or official.
In a sentence
Le maréchal dirigeait les troupes avec une grande stratégie.
The marshal directed the troops with great strategy.
Historical military rank and position as a commander in the army.
Le fermier a appelé le maréchal-ferrant pour les chevaux mal ferrés.
The farmer called the blacksmith for poorly shod horses.
The term used here denotes a blacksmith, especially one specializing in horseshoes.
Le maréchal d'hôtel organisait les banquets avec excellence.
The majordomo organized the banquets with excellence.
In historical or formal contexts, referring to an organizer or steward of banquets.
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