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Santa Claus

Santa Claus [or] Santa Klaus

 
pronunciation:
saen t klawz
part of speech: noun
definition: In North American folklore, Santa Claus is a jolly old fellow with a white beard who represents the spirit of Christmas. He wears a red suit, lives at the North Pole, and brings children presents at Christmas. He is also called Saint Nicholas, Saint Nick, or Kriss Kringle.