Father Christmas

Father Christmas

/ˌfɑːðə ˈkrɪsməs/
Noun United Kingdom

Santa Claus.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Father Christmas, that is."
"I've never seen such a Father Christmas in all my life."

Etymology & History

See earlier entry. British Santa Claus. Americans use 'Santa Claus'. British Christmas terminology.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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