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Of-svefni

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1 of-svefni

n. over-sleep, lethargy, N. G. L. ii. 418 (v. l.), Bb. 3. 81.
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Runic Inscription

of-svefni

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

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

Abbreviations Used

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

l.
Linnæus.
n.
neuter.
v.
vide, verb.
v. l.
varia lectio.

Works & Authors

Bb.
Búnaðar-bálkr.
N. G. L.
Norges Gamle Love. (B. II.)

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