Saint Nicholas

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Saint Nicholas

  1. (Christianity) A 4th-century Greek bishop from Myra, Anatolia, patron saint of children, mariners and the unwed among others, functioning in multiple countries as a gift-giving figure around his feast day of December 6.
  2. Santa Claus; a figure derived from traditions surrounding the historical Saint Nicholas who is said to bring Christmas presents to children on Christmas Day.
    Synonyms: Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, Santa Claus, Saint Nick
    • 2004, “Good Friday”, in La maison de mon rêve, performed by Cocorosie:
      No more passion play / On St. Nicholas avenue / I believe in St. Nicholas / It's a different type of Santa Claus

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