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Definition of Martinmas
1. Noun. The feast of Saint Martin; a quarter day in Scotland.
Exact synonyms: 11 November, St Martin's Day
Generic synonyms: Quarter Day
Group relationships: Nov, November
Generic synonyms: Quarter Day
Group relationships: Nov, November
Definition of Martinmas
1. n. The feast of St. Martin, the eleventh of November; -- often called martlemans.
Medical Definition of Martinmas
1. The feast of St. Martin, the eleventh of November; often called martlemans. Martinmas summer, a period of calm, warm weather often experienced about the time of Martinmas; Indian summer. Origin: St. Martin + mass religious service. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)