Oman

Old Norse Dictionary - oman

Meaning of Old Norse word "oman" in English.

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

oman Old Norse word can mean:

oman
1. n. the boss on a sword, Þiðr. 104, n. G. L. ii. 439.
oman
2. adv. = ofan, Þiðr. passim.

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

Abbreviations used:

L.
Linnæus.
n.
neuter.
adv.
adverb.
m.
masculine.
v.
vide.

Works & Authors cited:

N. G. L.
Norges Gamle Love. (B. II.)
Þiðr.
Þiðreks Saga. (G. I.)
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