Vár-kynnd

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Vár-kynnd

Old Norse Dictionary Entry

Definitions

1 vár-kynnd

f. = várkunn, compassion, mercy; fyrir útan alla v., Sks. 537 B; várkynndar góðvili, Fms. ii. 296, O. H. L. 82; með v., B. K. 107.

Runic Inscription

ᚢᛅᚱ-ᚴᚢᚾᚾᛏ

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

f.
feminine.
v.
vide, verb.

Works & Authors

B. K.
Björgynjar Kálfskinn. (J. II.)
Fms.
Fornmanna Sögur. (E. I.)
O. H. L.
Ólafs Saga Helga Legendaria. (E. I.)
Sks.
Konungs Skugg-sjá. (H. II.)
View All Sources
Back to Letter V
Back to Homepage

About

Old Norse Dictionary project aims to provide a comprehensive searchable dictionary based on the legendary Cleasby-Vigfusson work.

It includes abbreviations, works & authors, and authentic runic inscriptions.

Support

Quick Links

Copyright © 2025 Old Norse Dictionary
"Fornjóts synir eru á landi komnir"