valkyrie
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Noun — In Norse mythology, one of the female figures who choose which warriors die in battle and lead them to Valhalla.
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Etymology
From Old Norse valkyrja, "chooser of the slain".
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What does “valkyrie” mean?
The word “valkyrie” means in Norse mythology, one of the female figures who choose which warriors die in battle and lead them to Valhalla. In plain terms, a mythical warrior-maiden of Norse legend who selects the honoured dead.
How do you pronounce “valkyrie”?
“Valkyrie” is pronounced VAL-kih-ree (/ˈvælˌkɪ.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “valkyrie” in a sentence?
Here is “valkyrie” used in a sentence: “The mural showed a valkyrie soaring over the battlefield.”
What part of speech is “valkyrie”?
“Valkyrie” is a noun.
Where does the word “valkyrie” come from?
The word “valkyrie” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse valkyrja, "chooser of the slain".