Definitions

1. noun

A medieval Christian festival celebrated on 11 November to commemorate the feast day of Saint Martin of Tours, the festival being marked with feasting and gift-giving.

“The tradition of exchanging gifts on Martinmas dates back to the Middle Ages.”

2. proper noun

The month of November in some traditional cultures, often associated with the harvest season and the start of winter.

“In rural areas, Martinmas is a time for celebrating the harvest season with family and friends.”