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Adjective: martial  maa(r)-shul
  1. Of or relating to the armed forces
    "martial law"
     
  2. (of persons) befitting a warrior
    "spirit, pluck, and fine martial qualities";
    - soldierly, soldierlike, warriorlike
     
  3. Suggesting war or military life
    "The martial music inspired a sense of patriotism";
    - warlike
Noun: Martial  maa(r)-shul
  1. Roman poet known for his witty and satirical epigrams (circa 40-104 AD)
    "Martial's epigrams provide insight into daily life in ancient Rome"

Sounds like: marshal, mars

See also: military

Type of: poet

Encyclopedia: Martial, Saint