marshall
Translation
to marshal, to arrange, to gather, to guide
Examples
She had to marshall her thoughts before speaking.
She had to marshal her thoughts before speaking.
They will marshall the volunteers for the event.
They will marshal the volunteers for the event.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to arrange or organize (sth.) She had to marshall her thoughts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: organize, arrange, gather; Antonyms: disperse, scatter
Etymology
From Old French 'mareschal' (farrier, commander), originally an officer in charge of horses, then troops.
Memory Tips
Think of a parade 'marshal' who has to 'marshall' (organize) all the participants.