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Word: kenning (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A metaphorical phrase used in Germanic poetry (especially Old English or Old Norse) whereby a simple thing is described in an allusive way, such as ?whale road? for ?sea?, or ?enemy of the mast? for ?wind?.

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Verb:

  • ken|lang=English

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