Hvinnir

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Hvinnir

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 hvinnir

m., poët. a stealer, i. e. the wolf, Edda (Gl.)

Runic Inscription

ᚼᚢᛁᚾᚾᛁᚱ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

i. e.
id est.
l.
Linnæus.
m.
masculine.
poët.
poetical, poetically.

Works & Authors

Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
View All Sources
Back to Letter H
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"