Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Gylfinn

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 definitions

1 gylfinn

adj. a term of abuse, a dub. απ. λεγ., being a werewolf (?); kveðr hann vera konu níundu hverja nótt ok hefir barn borit ok kallar gylvin, þá er hann útlagr, N. G. L. i. 57; cp. gylfra.

Similar Words

GÁ
gá-lausliga
gá-lausligr
gá-lauss
gá-leysi

Runic Inscription

gylfinn

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

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

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

adj: adjective.
adj.: adjective.
cp: compare.
cp.: compare.
dub.: dubious.
p.: page.
απ. λεγ.: απαξ. λεγόμενον.

Works & Authors

N. G. L.: Norges Gamle Love. (B. II.)

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