Gerd
[gaird]
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noun Scandinavian Mythology.
the daughter of a giant and the consort of Frey, who wooed her through his servant Skirnir.
Also Ger·da [gair-duh] /ˈgɛər də/.
Origin of Gerd
GERD
[gurd]
noun
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This was the father of Gerd, the maiden whom Frey had seen and loved.
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So Skirnir came into the hall, and Gerd received him coldly.
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But neither would Gerd listen to word of this generous gift.
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But again Gerd laughed, though with less mirth in her laughter.
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These were dreadful words, and Gerd no longer laughed when she heard them.
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