GIN

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

GIN

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 GIN

n. [A. S. gin], the mouth (Germ. rachen) of beasts, Edda 42, Al. 37, Fms. vi. 165; ulfs-gin, Bs. i. (in a verse), passim.

2 GIN

COMPDS: ginfaxi, ginfjara, ginkefli, ginkeyptr, ginklofi, ginljótr.

Runic Inscription

ᚴᛁᚾ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

A. S.
Anglo-Saxon.
ch
chapter.
Germ
German.
Germ.
German.
l.
Linnæus.
m.
masculine.
n.
neuter.
S.
South, Southern.

Works & Authors

Al.
Alexanders Saga. (G. I.)
Bs.
Biskupa Sögur. (D. III.)
Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
Fms.
Fornmanna Sögur. (E. I.)
View All Sources
Back to Letter G
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

Copyright © 2025 Old Norse Dictionary
"Fornjóts synir eru á landi komnir"