Definitions

1. noun

A masculine given name, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning ‘victory of the people’.

“My brother’s name is Nicholas, and he’s a very kind person.”

2. proper noun

A proper noun is a name of a specific person, place, or organization, such as St. Nicholas or Nicholas Cage.

“The famous actor Nicholas Cage won an Oscar for his role in Leaving Las Vegas.”

3. noun

A member of a Christian saint or a patron saint of children and sailors.

“According to legend, St. Nicholas left gifts for children during the night, hence the tradition of Santa Claus.”