Mann-vitull

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Mann-vitull

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 mann-vitull

m. [Engl. wittol], a ‘wittol’ of a man, a wittol, as a term of abuse, a απ. λεγ., Ísl. ii. 340 (Heiðarv. S., but undoubtedly bearing this meaning).

Runic Inscription

ᛘᛅᚾᚾ-ᚢᛁᛏᚢᛚᛚ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

Engl: English.
Engl.: English.
gl: glossary.
gl.: glossary.
l.: Linnæus.
m.: masculine.
S.: South, Southern.
v.: vide, verb.
απ. λεγ.: απαξ. λεγόμενον.

Works & Authors

Heiðarv. S.: Heiðarvíga Saga. (D. II.)

View All Sources

Back to Letter M

Back to Homepage

About

Old Norse Dictionary project aims to provide a comprehensive searchable dictionary based on the legendary Cleasby-Vigfusson work.

It includes abbreviations, works & authors, and authentic runic inscriptions.

Support

Quick Links

"Fornjóts synir eru á landi komnir"