Nagl-far

Old Norse Dictionary - nagl-far

Meaning of Old Norse word "nagl-far"

As defined by the Cleasby & Vigfusson Old Norse to English dictionary:

nagl-far
n. the mythical ship made of nail-parings, Vsp. 50; for the tale see Edda 41.

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark:ᚾᛅᚴᛚ-ᚠᛅᚱ
Younger Futhark runes were used from 8th to 12th centuries in Scandinavia and their overseas settlements

Abbreviations used:

n.
neuter.

Works & Authors cited:

Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
Vsp.
Völuspá. (A. I.)
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