Lík-sima

Old Norse Dictionary - lík-sima

Meaning of Old Norse word "lík-sima" in English.

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

lík-sima
n., pl. líksimu, [lik = leeches], the leech line, n. G. l. i. 101.

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

Abbreviations used:

l.
line.
L.
Linnæus.
n.
neuter.
pl.
plural.

Works & Authors cited:

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