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Gleipnir
[ gleyp-nir ]
noun
, Scandinavian Mythology.
- a bond with magic properties, forged by elves and used by the gods to bind Fenrir.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Gleipnir1
From Old Norse, perhaps derivative of gleipa “to scorn, sneer”
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Example Sentences
Finally the gods sent a messenger to the mountain spirits, who made for them the chain called Gleipnir.
From Project Gutenberg
Manuel asked, "Snip, was that in truth the bridle called Gleipnir?"
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