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Spar-mæli

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1 spar-mæli

n. ‘sparing words;’ in the phrase, reka s. við e-n, to spare, deal sparingly with, Sturl. iii. 264, Grett. 154 A.
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Runic Inscription

spar-mæli

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

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

Abbreviations Used

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

gl
glossary.
l.
Linnæus.
n.
neuter.

Works & Authors

Grett.
Grettis Saga. (D. II.)
Sturl.
Sturlunga Saga. (D. I.)

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