Martinmas
noun
Mar·tin·mas
ˈmär-tᵊn-məs 
-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
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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 19 Apr. 2024.
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Martinmas
noun
Mar·tin·mas
ˈmärt-ᵊn-məs
-ˌmas
: November 11 celebrated as the feast day of St. Martin
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