claus

/K L AO1 Z/
noun
  1. 1

    Fictitious surname of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.

  2. 2

    A male given name from Dutch or from German [in turn from Ancient Greek].

  3. 3

    A surname from Dutch or from German [in turn from Ancient Greek].

  4. 4

    Ellipsis of Santa Claus. [(folklore) A figure said to bring presents to people (especially children) at Christmas time.]