Mann-spell

Old Norse Dictionary - mann-spell

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

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

mann-spell
n. destruction of life, Eg. 278, Orkn. 108, Fms. viii. 351.

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

Abbreviations used:

n.
neuter.

Works & Authors cited:

Eg.
Egils Saga. (D. II.)
Fms.
Fornmanna Sögur. (E. I.)
Orkn.
Orkneyinga Saga. (E. II.)
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