"Sta. Claus" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: Sta Claus [alternative], St. Claus [alternative], St Claus [alternative]
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  1. Abbreviation of Santa Claus. Tags: abbreviation, alt-of Alternative form of: Santa Claus
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