Skjálf

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Skjálf

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 skjálf

f [Engl. shelf], a shelf, seat; remains only in hlið-skjálf, q. v.

2 skjálf

II. a pr. name, Yngl. S. (Skjálfar-bóndi).

Runic Inscription

ᛋᚴᛁᛅᛚᚠ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

Engl
English.
Engl.
English.
gl
glossary.
gl.
glossary.
l.
Linnæus.
pr.
proper.
q. v.
quod vide.
S.
South, Southern.
v.
vide, verb.

Works & Authors

Yngl. S.
Ynglinga Saga. (C. II.)
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