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martinmas

 

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Noun martinmas has 1 sense
  1. Martinmas, St Martin's Day, 11 November - the feast of Saint Martin; a quarter day in Scotland
    --1 is a kind of quarter day
    --1 is a part of November, Nov

Definitions from the Web

Martinmas

Definition:

Martinmas refers to the feast of St. Martin of Tours, which is annually celebrated on November 11th. It marks the end of autumn and the beginning of winter in many cultures.

Senses:

  1. Noun: The annual feast celebrating St. Martin of Tours.
  2. Noun: The period of time around November 11th, marking the end of autumn and the beginning of winter.

Sample Sentences:

  • 1. Martinmas is an important holiday in some European countries and is often celebrated with festive parades and feasts.
  • 2. In traditional agricultural communities, Martinmas is a time for assessing the health of livestock and making preparations for the winter.
  • 3. The colorful autumn foliage signifies the arrival of Martinmas and the approaching colder months.

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