Valhalla

[ val-hal-uh, vahl-hah-luh ]

/ vælˈhæl ə, vɑlˈhɑ lə /

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noun Scandinavian Mythology.

the hall of Odin into which the souls of heroes slain in battle and others who have died bravely are received.

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Also Val·hall

[val-hal, val-hal], /vælˈhæl, ˈvæl hæl/, Walhalla, Walhall.

Origin of Valhalla

1760–70; Latinized form of Old Norse Valhǫll, equivalent to val(r) the slain in battle, slaughter (cognate with Old English wæl) + hǫllhall

Words nearby Valhalla

Valetta, valetudinarian, valetudinarianism, valetudinary, valgus, Valhalla, valiancy, valiant, valiantly, valid, validate

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How to use Valhalla in a sentence

Some critics have portrayed “Valhalla” as having little urgency in its plot, and it’s an accurate observation, one I consider a plus in this case.
How ‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’ makes sense of stories about Vikings, pirates and George Washington|Gene Park|January 1, 2021|Washington Post
“Valhalla” recognizes the beauty and unique perspectives we each bring to the stories we’ve known and loved throughout history.
How ‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’ makes sense of stories about Vikings, pirates and George Washington|Gene Park|January 1, 2021|Washington Post
While “Assassin’s Creed Odyssey” was an open-world playground, “Valhalla” is slightly more focused like the older titles.
‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’ impressions: Rekindling the spirit of the series|Elise Favis|November 9, 2020|Washington Post
One of the best parts of “Valhalla” is the viking settlement, which you build as you progress through the game.
‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’ impressions: Rekindling the spirit of the series|Elise Favis|November 9, 2020|Washington Post

Once the games installed, it took just over 50 seconds to load and begin playing “Valhalla” from the Xbox home menu.
Xbox Series X and S review and comparison: Next-gen feels awfully familiar|Gene Park|November 5, 2020|Washington Post
Certain renowned critics have in the last two decades stepped up their output, as if unsure of their place in literary Valhalla.
John Sutherland‘s Enjoyable Little History of Literature|Malcolm Forbes|November 29, 2013|DAILY BEAST
It seems like a recent trend with Valhalla Rising, Drive, and now this.
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Plus, Obama is just 23 or 17 votes away from Valhalla, while Romney is 64.
The States That Matter|Michael Tomasky|November 3, 2012|DAILY BEAST
McIntyre was 32 years old when he took a job as an engineer on the Valhalla, a fishing trawler moored in Gloucester, Mass.
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In Norse mythology, Valhalla represents the majestic palace where dead heroes consort with Valkyries and the Gods.
The New York Times as Substitute for Religion|Michael Medved|June 3, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Thiodolf of Hvina thus alludes to Valhalla being roofed with shields.
The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson|Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre Sturleson
But however great the band of men in Valhalla may be, the flesh of the boar Sæhrimnir will more than suffice for their sustenance.
The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson|Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre Sturleson
This is their pastime, but when meal-time approaches they remount their steeds and return to drink in Valhalla.
The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson|Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre Sturleson
The omnipotent master of Valhalla comes on apace: the storm is a mere indication of what is coming.
Richard Wagner|John F. Runciman
He ridicules Valhalla and Wotan and the serving-maidens: he wonders who the Valkyrie is, so beautiful and cold and stern.
Richard Wagner|John F. Runciman

British Dictionary definitions for Valhalla

Valhalla

Walhalla, Valhall (vælˈhæl, ˈvælhæl) or Walhall

/ (vælˈhælə) /

noun

Norse myth the great hall of Odin where warriors who die as heroes in battle dwell eternally

Word Origin for Valhalla

C18: from Old Norse, from valr slain warriors + höll hall

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Cultural definitions for Valhalla

Valhalla

[ (val-hal-uh) ]

In Norse mythology, a dwelling in Asgard, the Norse heaven, reserved for the souls of those who died heroic deaths.