Dreita

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Dreita

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 dreita

tt, [drita], in the phrase, d. e-n inni, to lock one up so that he is forced to do his business within doors (a disgrace), Sturl. i. 198, Ld. 209.

Runic Inscription

ᛏᚱᛁᛁᛏᛅ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

l.
Linnæus.
loc
local, locally.

Works & Authors

Ld.
Laxdæla Saga. (D. II.)
Sturl.
Sturlunga Saga. (D. I.)

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