Mann-gersemi

Old Norse Dictionary - mann-gersemi

Meaning of Old Norse word "mann-gersemi" in English.

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

mann-gersemi
f. a ‘jewel of a man,’ Bs. i. 81, Þiðr. 153.

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

Abbreviations used:

f.
feminine.

Works & Authors cited:

Bs.
Biskupa Sögur. (D. III.)
Þiðr.
Þiðreks Saga. (G. I.)
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