Háls-fang

Old Norse Dictionary - háls-fang

Meaning of Old Norse word "háls-fang" in English.

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

háls-fang
n. embracing, Bret. 116, Sks. 513, Stj.

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

Abbreviations used:

n.
neuter.

Works & Authors cited:

Bret.
Breta Sögur. (G. I.)
Sks.
Konungs Skugg-sjá. (H. II.)
Stj.
Stjórn. (F. I.)
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