Forn-skáld

Old Norse Dictionary - forn-skáld

Meaning of Old Norse word "forn-skáld" in English.

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

forn-skáld
n. an ancient scald or poet. Edda 124, 135, Al. 48.

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

Abbreviations used:

l.
line.
n.
neuter.

Works & Authors cited:

Al.
Alexanders Saga. (G. I.)
Edda
Edda. (C. I.)
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