field marshal

American  

noun

1. an officer of the highest military rank in the British and certain other armies, and of the second highest rank in the French army.

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field marshal British  

noun

1. an officer holding the highest rank in the British and certain other armies

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Etymology

Origin of field marshal

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

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field marshal

He has already been promoted to field marshal and chief of defense forces, a role that gives him authority over the air force and navy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026

The field marshal, acting on CIA intelligence, handed over the alleged mastermind behind the 2021 Kabul airport bombing when Americans were evacuating from Afghanistan.

From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026

In May this year, following a four-day clash with India, Munir was promoted to field marshal.

From Barron's ● Nov. 14, 2025

Melissah Shishido, 60, a friend and fifth-grade teacher, emerged as field marshal for the operation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2023

“This is not peace,” declared French field marshal Ferdinand Foch.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman