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Old Nick

noun
\ ˈōl(d)-ˈnik \

Definition of Old Nick

—used as a name of the devil
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First Known Use of Old Nick

circa 1643, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Old Nick was circa 1643

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Old Nick

noun

English Language Learners Definition of Old Nick

—used as a name of the devil

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