Aslaug
[ ahs-loug ]
nounScandinavian Legend.(in the Volsunga Saga)
daughter of Brynhild and Sigurd, wife of Ragnar Lodbrok.
Origin of Aslaug
1From the Old Norse word Āslaug
Words Nearby Aslaug
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How to use Aslaug in a sentence
Brynhild said: "Our daughter Aslaug thou shalt rear up here with thee."
The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson | Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre SturlesonAslaug is like a favorite representation of Brynhild that we have seen, a lily-maid in aspect, or a Marguerite.
The Influence of Old Norse Literature on English Literature | Conrad Hjalmar NordbyIn those days it was an unheard-of thing that a well-to-do peasant of old family should court a girl of Aslaug's class.
The Bridal March; One Day | Bjrnstjerne BjrnsonNo one could now show more pride of race than Aslaug, the poor cottar's daughter.
The Bridal March; One Day | Bjrnstjerne BjrnsonThere was one, however, who did not say so, and that was Aslaug.
Arne: Early Tales and Sketches | Bjornstjerne Bjornson
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