Waldemar I

American  

[vahl-duh-mahr] / ˈvɑl dəˌmɑr /

Or Valdemar I

noun

1. the Great, 1131–82, king of Denmark 1157–82.

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Waldemar I British  

/ ˈvældɪˌmɑː /

noun

1. known as Waldemar the Great. 1131–82, king of Denmark (1157–82). He conquered the Wends (1169), increased the territory of Denmark, and established the hereditary rule of his line

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Example Sentences

Her voice trembled with anguish as she said,-- "Rise, Waldemar, I entreat you!"

From Vineta The Phantom City by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)

"Waldemar, I am sorry for what has happened," he said, frankly holding out his hand.

From Under a Charm, Vol. I (of III) A Novel by Werner, E.

I like that old man, Waldemar, I do, uncommonly.

From Beatrice Boville and Other Stories by Ouida

He became the intimate friend and counsellor of his sovereign Waldemar I, who appointed him Archbishop of Lund.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide by Various

"No, Waldemar, I really cannot forgive you for this," said the lady, in reproachful tones.

From Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)