Martial
/ˈmɑːr.ʃəl/noun
Relating to war or the armed forces.
Did you know?The term 'Martial' is derived from Mars, the Roman god of war, symbolizing both conflict and courage in battle.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*mer-
“to go, to die; root associated with conflict.”
Latin
Latin
Martialis
“of or belonging to Mars, the Roman god of war.”
Old French
Old French
martial
“pertaining to war, military.”
Middle English
Middle English
martial
“relating to war or military matters.”
Modern English
English
martial
“of, relating to, or suitable for war.”
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