Fíls-bein

Old Norse Dictionary - fíls-bein

Meaning of Old Norse word "fíls-bein" in English.

As defined by the Cleasby & Vigfusson Old Norse to English dictionary:

fíls-bein
or fíla-bein, n. ivory, Al., Edda (pref.), Str.

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark:ᚠᛁᛚᛋ-ᛒᛁᛁᚾ
Younger Futhark runes were used from 8th to 12th centuries in Scandinavia and their overseas settlements

Abbreviations used:

f.
feminine.
l.
line.
n.
neuter.
pref.
preface.

Works & Authors cited:

Al.
Alexanders Saga. (G. I.)
Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
Str.
Strengleikar. (G. II.)
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