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English
Etymology
From Old Norse Heimdallr.
Pronunciation
- (approximating the Norse and Icelandic pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈheɪm.dɑl/[1][2]
- (anglicized) IPA(key): /haɪm.dɑl/
Proper noun
Heimdall
- (Norse mythology) The Norse god who guards the rainbow bridge Bifrost, using his keen eyesight and hearing to watch for invaders and the onset of Ragnarok.
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Anagrams
Old Norse
Proper noun
Heimdall
- accusative/dative singular of Heimdallr