Skirnir
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Skirnir
< Old Norse Skírnir, equivalent to skír(r) bright, clear ( cf. sheer 1) + -nir noun suffix
Example Sentences
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“So much mead for so many warriors,” said Skirnir.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
When the dwarfs had finished their crafting, they gave Skirnir a wooden box.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
Skirnir agreed, as he had been instructed to do by Odin, although the dwarfs’ price was high.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
Skirnir was waiting by the door when his master came from the hall.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
And Skirnir looked at his lord with pity.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
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