Martial Definition
martial
See also Martial
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English
Etymology
From Latin martialis (“of Mars (Roman god of war)”)
Pronunciation
Adjective
martial (comparative more martial, superlative most martial)
- Of, relating to, or suggestive of war; warlike.
- Relating to or connected with the armed forces or the profession of arms or military life.
- (comparable) Characteristic of or befitting a warrior; having a military bearing; soldierly, soldierlike, warriorlike.
Derived terms
terms derived from martial (adjective)See also
Anagrams
French
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin martialis of Mars (Roman god of war)
Adjective
martial m. (f. martiale, m. plural martiaux, f. plural martiales)
Derived terms
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