Martinmas

noun

Mar·​tin·​mas ˈmär-tᵊn-məs How to pronounce Martinmas (audio)
-ˌmas
: November 11 celebrated as the feast of Saint Martin

Word History

Etymology

Middle English martinmasse, from St. Martin + Middle English masse mass

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Martinmas was in the 14th century

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“Martinmas.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Martinmas. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

Martinmas

noun
Mar·​tin·​mas ˈmärt-ᵊn-məs How to pronounce Martinmas (audio)
-ˌmas
: November 11 celebrated as the feast day of St. Martin
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