A bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)
The legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas.
1Haarlem, like Amsterdam, was gayer than usual, in honor of Saint Nicholas.
2And thus, says the record, the pledge of Saint Nicholas was accomplished.
3Saint Nicholas can hear the cat cry when its tail is pulled.
4But Saint Nicholas will punish him if he calls me an idiot.
5Yes, Saint Nicholas would come, and he would bring wonderful things.
6The door slowly opened, and Saint Nicholas, in full array, stood before them.
7One day Saint Nicholas heard of the sad state of this noble family.
8There are Grandfather and Grandmother, whom you met at the Saint Nicholas fete.
9Hans and Gretel had a fine frolic early on that Saint Nicholas's Eve.
10So help me Saint Nicholas, and all Hallows, and the Mother of God!
11But the biscuit was originally associated with Saint Nicholas Day, celebrated in early December.
12They were singing a chorus in honor of Saint Nicholas.
13It was December 6, Saint Nicholas' Day, the day of the abbot's patron saint.
14Pretty talk we're having, and Saint Nicholas's Eve almost here!
15Buy them some in the name of Saint Nicholas.
16Every shop was gorgeous in honor of Saint Nicholas.
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