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Balder

Balder (noun) means In Norse mythology, the god of light and beauty, son of Odin and Frigg. Example: “Balder was said to be so beloved that nearly everything in the world swore not to harm him.”

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In Norse mythology, the god of light and beauty, son of Odin and Frigg.
"Balder was said to be so beloved that nearly everything in the world swore not to harm him."
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Etymology

From Old Norse Baldr.

Origin: Old Norse

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What does “Balder” mean?

The word “Balder” means in Norse mythology, the god of light and beauty, son of Odin and Frigg.

How do you use “Balder” in a sentence?

Here is “Balder” used in a sentence: “Balder was said to be so beloved that nearly everything in the world swore not to harm him.”

What part of speech is “Balder”?

“Balder” is a noun.

Where does the word “Balder” come from?

The word “Balder” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse Baldr.

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