Knypri

Old Norse Dictionary - knypri

Meaning of Old Norse word "knypri" in English.

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

knypri
n. a cowering; vefja sik í knypri, to crouch together, Konr.; see hnipr.

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

Abbreviations used:

n.
neuter.
pr.
proper, properly.

Works & Authors cited:

Konr.
Konráðs Saga. (G. III.)
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