Laga-kefli

Old Norse Dictionary - laga-kefli

Meaning of Old Norse word "laga-kefli" in English.

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

laga-kefli
n. a ‘law-stick’ (a fiery cross), n. G. L. i. 216.

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

Abbreviations used:

L.
Linnæus.
n.
neuter.

Works & Authors cited:

N. G. L.
Norges Gamle Love. (B. II.)
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