Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Bimbult

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 definitions

1 bimbult

(now proncd. bumbult), n. adj., only in the phrase, e-m verðr b., to feel uneasy, Gísl. 33, of a witch (freq., but regarded as a slang word), mér er hálf bumbult …

Similar Words

babbl
bág-lundr
bág-ráðr
bág-rækr
BAGALL

Runic Inscription

bimbult

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

The runic text above represents the Old Norse word "bimbult" as it might appear in runic inscriptions from the Viking Age (c. 800-1100 CE).

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

adj: adjective.
adj.: adjective.
ch: chapter.
freq: frequent, frequently.
freq.: frequent, frequently.
l.: Linnæus.
n.: neuter.
proncd.: pronounced.

Works & Authors

Gísl.: Gísla Saga. (D. II.)

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