nicholas-name

== English == === Alternative forms === nicholasname === Etymology === From nickname, based on Nick being a common nickname for Nicholas (although nickname and Nick are unrelated). === Noun === nicholas-name (plural nicholas-names) (humorous) A longer name corresponding to a shortened version common as a nickname, either of which may be the person or thing's actual name. (humorous) A familiar name for a person or thing that is used in place of its actual name, usually longer or less wieldy.