Gleipnir

[ gleyp-nir ]

nounScandinavian Mythology.

a bond with magic properties, forged by elves and used by the gods to bind Fenrir.

Origin of Gleipnir

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From Old Norse, perhaps derivative of gleipa “to scorn, sneer”

Words Nearby Gleipnir

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How to use Gleipnir in a sentence

Finally the gods sent a messenger to the mountain spirits, who made for them the chain called Gleipnir.
The Classic Myths in English Literature and in Art (2nd ed.) (1911) | Charles Mills Gayley
Manuel asked, "Snip, was that in truth the bridle called Gleipnir?"
Figures of Earth | James Branch Cabell

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