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Ofr-gjöld

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1 ofr-gjöld ofr-gjǫld

n. pl. fearful, dire retribution, Skv. 2. 4.
Orthography

Orthography

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Similar Words

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Runic Inscription

Runic Inscription

ofr-gjöld

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

The runic text above represents the Old Norse word "ofr-gjöld" 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.
pl.
plural.
v.
vide, verb.

Works & Authors

Skv.
Sigurðar-kviða. (A. II.)

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