aesir
|ae-sir|
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/ˈeɪsɪr/
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/ˈeɪsɪə/
Norse gods
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aesir' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'Æsir', where 'æs' meant 'god'.
Historical Evolution
'Æsir' was used in Old Norse texts and has been retained in modern English as 'aesir'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'gods' in Norse mythology, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/21 05:06