santo

American

[san-toh, sahn-, sahn-taw] / ˈsæn toʊ, ˈsɑn-, ˈsɑn tɔ /

noun

plural

santos

a carved figure of a saint, usually of wood, as from Puerto Rico, Mexico, or the southwestern United States.

Etymology

Origin of santo

First recorded in 1630–40, for an earlier sense; from Spanish: literally, saint; from Latin sānctus

Example Sentences

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But I feel like good things are on the horizon for us now - it feels like there is more camaraderie within the team, and they are starting to get Nuno Espirito Santo's methods more.

From BBC

One of the biggest issues for Forest this term is Pereira is now their fourth manager, with Nuno Espirito Santo, Ange Postecoglou and Sean Dyche favouring different styles of play during their spells.

From BBC

His departure followed the end of Ange Postecoglou's 39-day reign in October, which came after Nuno Espirito Santo, sacked in September, lasted just 21 months at the helm.

From Barron's

West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who managed and played for Benfica's rivals Porto, said racism needs to be "eradicated all over the world".

From BBC

Postecoglou, 60, was appointed as Nuno Espirito Santo's successor in September.

From Barron's

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