Gleipnir
[ gleyp-nir ]
nounScandinavian Mythology.
a bond with magic properties, forged by elves and used by the gods to bind Fenrir.
Origin of Gleipnir
1From 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 GayleyManuel asked, "Snip, was that in truth the bridle called Gleipnir?"
Figures of Earth | James Branch Cabell
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