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:<small>''This article is about the Christmas gift-giver. For the saint, see [[Saint Nicholas]].''</small>
:<small>''This article is about the Christmas gift-giver. For the saint, see [[Saint Nicholas]].''</small>
'''Santa Claus''' (from Dutch: ''Sinterklaas'') is an imaginary figure of modern folklore, represented as a bearded, friendly old man who delivers presents to children on Christmas Eve. A popular cultural icon since the late 18th century<ref>https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Santa%20Claus</ref>, Santa Claus had its origins within northern and western Europe, and was likely based upon legends and myths associated with St. Nicholas of Myra.
'''Santa Claus''' (from Dutch: ''Sinterklaas''), figure of modern folklore, represented as a bearded, friendly old man who delivers presents to children on Christmas Eve. A popular cultural icon since the late 18th century<ref>https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Santa%20Claus</ref>, Santa Claus had its origins within northern and western Europe, and was likely based upon legends and myths associated with St. Nicholas of Myra.
== Origins ==
== Origins ==