noun
Uncommon
Loki
LOH-kee
Loki (noun) means In Norse mythology, the trickster god associated with mischief, chaos, and shapeshifting. Example: “Loki tricked the other gods time and again with his clever schemes.”
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In Norse mythology, the trickster god associated with mischief, chaos, and shapeshifting.
"Loki tricked the other gods time and again with his clever schemes."
"The myths describe Loki as both a companion to the gods and their eventual betrayer."
How to use Loki
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe Norse god known for pranks, trickery, and causing trouble among the other gods.
Common pairings
the trickster Loki
Loki and the gods
Norse god Loki
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Etymology
From Old Norse Loki, the name of the trickster figure in Norse mythology; its deeper origin is uncertain.
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What does “Loki” mean?
The word “Loki” means in Norse mythology, the trickster god associated with mischief, chaos, and shapeshifting. In plain terms, the Norse god known for pranks, trickery, and causing trouble among the other gods.
How do you pronounce “Loki”?
“Loki” is pronounced LOH-kee (/ˈloʊki/ in IPA).
How do you use “Loki” in a sentence?
Here is “Loki” used in a sentence: “Loki tricked the other gods time and again with his clever schemes.”
What part of speech is “Loki”?
“Loki” is a noun.
Where does the word “Loki” come from?
The word “Loki” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse Loki, the name of the trickster figure in Norse mythology; its deeper origin is uncertain.
Is “Loki” a common word?
“Loki” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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