Norn

/nɔːrn/
noun

In Norse mythology, the Norns are three female beings who rule the destiny of gods and men.

The Norns spun the threads of fate at the foot of Yggdrasil, the tree of the world.
Visual representation of "norn" - In Norse mythology, the Norns are three female beings who rule the destiny of gods and men.

Often appears as...

  • the three norns
  • norns spun threads

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Literary

noun

Norn is a North Germanic language spoken in Northeast Scotland up until the 18th century.

The last known speakers of Norn died in the 19th century.
Visual representation of "norn" - Norn is a North Germanic language spoken in Northeast Scotland up until the 18th century.

Often appears as...

  • speak norn
  • norn language

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Historical

noun

In Norse mythology, the Norns are three female beings who rule the destiny of gods and men.

The Norns spun the threads of fate at the foot of Yggdrasil, the tree of the world.
Visual representation of "norn" - In Norse mythology, the Norns are three female beings who rule the destiny of gods and men.

Often appears as...

  • the three norns
  • norns spun threads

Usage tips

Literary

noun

Norn is a North Germanic language spoken in Northeast Scotland up until the 18th century.

The last known speakers of Norn died in the 19th century.
Visual representation of "norn" - Norn is a North Germanic language spoken in Northeast Scotland up until the 18th century.

Often appears as...

  • speak norn
  • norn language

Usage tips

Historical

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Mythological Figures

The Norns are mythological characters, similar to roles like fairies or witches in other cultures.

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In that story, the Norns decide the hero's fate.
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Cultural Significance

Norns are significant in Nordic culture, referencing heritage and belief systems.

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Nordic artwork often depicts the Norns weaving destinies.
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Literary Symbol

In literature, Norns can symbolize fate, destiny or the power of the universe.

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The Norns in the poem were metaphors for inevitability.
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Mythological Figures

The Norns are mythological characters, similar to roles like fairies or witches in other cultures.

Illustration for Mythological Figures
In that story, the Norns decide the hero's fate.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

Norns are significant in Nordic culture, referencing heritage and belief systems.

Illustration for Cultural Significance
Nordic artwork often depicts the Norns weaving destinies.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Literary Symbol

In literature, Norns can symbolize fate, destiny or the power of the universe.

Illustration for Literary Symbol
The Norns in the poem were metaphors for inevitability.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Mythological Figures

The Norns are mythological characters, similar to roles like fairies or witches in other cultures.

Illustration for Mythological Figures
In that story, the Norns decide the hero's fate.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

Norns are significant in Nordic culture, referencing heritage and belief systems.

Illustration for Cultural Significance
Nordic artwork often depicts the Norns weaving destinies.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Literary Symbol

In literature, Norns can symbolize fate, destiny or the power of the universe.

Illustration for Literary Symbol
The Norns in the poem were metaphors for inevitability.
Visual representation of the word "Norn"

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