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Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Skjall

Old Norse Dictionary Entry
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Definitions

Definitions

1 definitions

1 skjall

n., qs. skval (q. v.), empty, vain flattering.
Similar Words

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Runic Inscription

Runic Inscription

skjall

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

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

Abbreviations Used

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

adj
adjective.
adj.
adjective.
ch
chapter.
cp
compare.
cp.
compare.
gl
glossary.
id
idem, referring to the passage quoted or to the translation
id.
idem, referring to the passage quoted or to the translation
mod
modern.
mod.
modern.
n.
neuter.
p.
page.
q. v.
quod vide.
qs.
quasi.
v.
vide, verb.

Works & Authors

Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
Gsp.
Getspeki Heiðreks. (A. II.)
N. G. L.
Norges Gamle Love. (B. II.)

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