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Old Nick


Old Nick

noun \ˈōl(d)-ˈnik\

Definition of OLD NICK

—used as a name of the devil

Examples of OLD NICK

  1. <he gave me a look that would scare Old Nick>

First Known Use of OLD NICK

circa 1643

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