Linguistic evolution

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Stuff happens with words.

  • "Sanctus Nicholaus" --> "Santa Claus."
  • "Presbyter" --> priest
  • "All Hallow's Evening" --> Halloween
  • "Christ's Mass" --> "Christmas"
  • "St. Botolph's Town" --> Boston
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