What does "martial law" mean?

Rule by military authorities, especially when imposed on a civilian population in time of war or other crisis, or in an occupied territory.

How do you pronounce "martial law"?

Pronounced //ˈmɑɹʃəl lɔ//.

Common synonyms include: absolute monarchy, activation, admiralty law, aristocracy, arms race, autarchy.

/ˈmɑɹʃəl lɔ/ noun

noun ·Moderate ·College level

Noun

1
Rule by military authorities, especially when imposed on a civilian population in time of war or other crisis, or in an occupied territory. uncountable
2
the body of law imposed by the military over civilian affairs (usually in time of war or civil crisis); overrides civil law wordnet