lindworm

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English

A lindworm.

Etymology

Cognate with Old Norse linnormr (constrictor snake), Norwegian lindorm (serpent), German Lindwurm (dragon).

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Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈlɪndˌwɜː(ɹ)m/

Noun

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lindworm (plural lindworms)

  1. A wingless serpentine dragon having two arms.
  2. A draconic creature, similar to a wyvern.

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