Lofn

[ law-vuhn ]

noun

, Scandinavian Mythology.

1. a goddess who aids those having trouble winning the affections of their beloveds.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Lofn¹

< Old Norse; compare lofa to permit, promise

Example Sentences

LOFN, appears allegorlcally to denote perennial and unchangeable love.

From Project Gutenberg

There was the mild and gracious maiden Lofn (praise or love), whose duty it was to remove all obstacles from the path of lovers.

From Project Gutenberg