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Word

martin

Phoneticsmar·tin

US/ˈmɑɹtən/

UK/mˈɑːtɪn/

Definition

n. a common name for a man or a boy. It is also a very popular last name in many English-speaking countries.

n. a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from 'Martinus', which relates to the Roman god Mars. It also serves as a widespread surname across Europe and the Americas.

Usage

When used as a name, it is a proper noun and must be capitalised.

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