noun
Northman
Northman (noun) means a historical term for a Scandinavian or Norse person, especially a Viking. Example: “Medieval chroniclers wrote in fear of the raiding Northmen.”
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A historical term for a Scandinavian or Norse person, especially a Viking.
"Medieval chroniclers wrote in fear of the raiding Northmen."
How to use Northman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old term for a Norse or Scandinavian person, especially a Viking raider.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Northmen
Etymology
From Old English "Norþmann," literally "north man" — a doublet of the word "Norman."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Northman” mean?
The word “Northman” means a historical term for a Scandinavian or Norse person, especially a Viking. In plain terms, an old term for a Norse or Scandinavian person, especially a Viking raider.
How do you use “Northman” in a sentence?
Here is “Northman” used in a sentence: “Medieval chroniclers wrote in fear of the raiding Northmen.”
What part of speech is “Northman”?
“Northman” is a noun.
Where does the word “Northman” come from?
The word “Northman” comes from Old English. From Old English "Norþmann," literally "north man" — a doublet of the word "Norman.".
