field marshal

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.

field marshal

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of field marshal¹

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

So, in 1926, Lady Haig - wife of Field Marshal Earl Haig - decided to open a poppy-making factory in Edinburgh, external which would be staffed by a team of disabled war veterans.

From BBC

The King's trip has been marked by his appointment to the honorary ranks of Admiral of the Fleet, Field Marshal, and Marshal in the three services of the Australian Defence Force.

From BBC

Looking up from her book, Owtram was startled to see Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, Britain’s most senior military officer, walking up the path toward her.

From Seattle Times

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

From Literature

In 1993, he was promoted to field marshal - the highest rank in the Army.

From BBC