kriss kringle
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Definition
Proper noun: * Santa Claus; Father Christmas: A legendary figure, originating from Saint Nicholas, who is said to bring gifts to well-behaved children on Christmas Eve.
Usage
- "Kriss Kringle" is used as a name for the Christmas gift-bringer, synonymous with Santa Claus. It is often used in stories, songs, and casual conversation, particularly in American English.
- It functions as a proper noun and is typically capitalized.
Examples
- The children left cookies and milk out for Kriss Kringle.
- In the old song, it says, "He knows if you've been bad or good, so be good for goodness' sake!" referring to Kriss Kringle.
- The department store hired a man to dress as Kriss Kringle for the holiday season.
Advanced Usage
- The term can sometimes be used metonymically to refer to the spirit of Christmas gift-giving itself.
- The office party had a Kriss Kringle gift exchange. (Here, it refers to the tradition of secret gift-giving, often called "Secret Santa.")
Variants and Related Words
- Santa Claus: The most common modern name for the same figure.
- Saint Nicholas: The historical saint who inspired the legend.
- Father Christmas: The common British English name for the figure.
- Saint Nick: A common informal variant.
Synonyms
- Santa Claus
- Father Christmas
- Saint Nick
- The Christmas Man
- The Jolly Old Elf
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Waiting for Kriss Kringle: Eagerly anticipating Christmas or Christmas gifts.
- The kids have been waiting for Kriss Kringle all month.
- The spirit of Kriss Kringle: The generous and joyful feeling associated with Christmas giving.
- Let's all try to show the spirit of Kriss Kringle this year and help those in need.
Noun
- the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas