1. relating to war, soldiers, or military life
2. showing a fighting spirit; aggressive or warlike in manner

Examples

• The country declared martial law after the uprising.
• He studied martial arts for ten years.
• The general had a martial bearing and commanding presence.
• Martial music played as the troops marched by.
• She displayed a martial attitude during the debate.
• The martial traditions of the regiment date back centuries.
• His martial skills were evident in combat training.