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Santy

SAN-tee

Santy (name) means an informal, childlike nickname for Santa Claus. Example: “The kids left cookies out for Santy on Christmas Eve.”

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1
An informal, childlike nickname for Santa Claus.
"The kids left cookies out for Santy on Christmas Eve."
2
A surname of French origin.
"The Santy family ran the bakery for three generations."

How to use Santy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA cutesy way small children say "Santa."

Word forms

Santys plural

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Etymology

Formed from Santa plus the diminutive suffix "-y."

Rhymes for Santy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Santy” mean?

The word “Santy” means an informal, childlike nickname for Santa Claus. In plain terms, a cutesy way small children say "Santa.".

How do you pronounce “Santy”?

“Santy” is pronounced SAN-tee (/ˈsænti/ in IPA).

How do you use “Santy” in a sentence?

Here is “Santy” used in a sentence: “The kids left cookies out for Santy on Christmas Eve.”

What part of speech is “Santy”?

“Santy” is a name.

How many meanings does “Santy” have?

“Santy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal, childlike nickname for Santa Claus.

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