"Doc Martens" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Doc Marten [singular]
Etymology: The brand is named after Klaus Märtens. Head templates: {{en-noun|p|sg=Doc Marten}} Doc Martens pl (normally plural, singular Doc Marten)
  1. (informal) Dr. Martens-brand footwear, especially a style of high lace-up leather boot with air-cushioned sole, traditionally associated with British skinheads, adopted by other subcultures at various times. Tags: informal, plural, plural-normally Categories (topical): Footwear Synonyms: Docs, DMs Derived forms: Doc Martened

Inflected forms

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