Sann-fróðr

Old Norse Dictionary - sann-fróðr

Meaning of Old Norse word "sann-fróðr" in English.

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

sann-fróðr
adj. truly informed, well-informed, ÓH. (pref.), Fms. ix. 253, 465, xi. 120, 280, Sks. 194; sannfróðar bækr, Stj. 47.

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

Abbreviations used:

adj.
adjective.
f.
feminine.
pref.
preface.

Works & Authors cited:

Fms.
Fornmanna Sögur. (E. I.)
Sks.
Konungs Skugg-sjá. (H. II.)
Stj.
Stjórn. (F. I.)
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