Nicholas
of Cu·sa [kyoo-zuh], /ˈkyu zə/, 1401–1464, German cardinal, mathematician, and philosopher.: German Nikolaus von Cusa.
Grand Duke, 1856–1929, Russian general in World War I.
Saint, flourished 4th century a.d., bishop in Asia Minor: patron saint of Russia; protector of children and prototype of the legendary Santa Claus.
a male given name: from Greek words meaning “victory” and “people.”
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How to use Nicholas in a sentence
“This party [for Saint Nicholas Day] causes me pain,” he says.
Amsterdam’s Racist Black Pete Parade Under Fire | Cíntia Taylor | November 11, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTShe was standing at the angle of the terrace opposite the Church of Saint-Nicholas, and there feared no listeners.
The Works of Honor de Balzac | Honor de BalzacSaint-Nicholas des Champs deliberates on the veto and begs the Assembly to suspend its vote.
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British Dictionary definitions for Nicholas
/ (ˈnɪkələs) /
Saint. 4th-century ad bishop of Myra, in Asia Minor; patron saint of Russia and of children, sailors, merchants, and pawnbrokers. Feast day: Dec 6: See also Santa Claus
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