mun

Meanings

• noun

  A small, round object or structure in Icelandic folklore, often associated with trolls or elves.

  - "The mun under the old bridge was said to be guarded by a troll."
  - "The children believed that leaving offerings in the mun would make the elves happy."

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Synonyms

RPer , roleplayer

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Variants

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mun

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Etymology

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Old Norse word meaning 'mound' or 'hill'

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Trivia

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1. In some stories, it is believed that leaving a gift in a mun will bring good fortune.

2. Mun are often depicted in Icelandic folklore as having the ability to move or change shape.

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Related Concepts

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1. Huldufólk: The Icelandic term for hidden people or elves, often believed to inhabit mun.

2. Troll: A supernatural being in Icelandic folklore, often associated with mun and known for causing mischief or harm.

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Culture

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In Icelandic folklore, mun are often associated with supernatural beings and are believed to have magical or protective properties. They can be found in various locations such as fields, forests, or near bodies of water.

How to Memorize "mun"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, round object or structure in a natural setting.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mun' with the idea of a magical, mystical object.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a mun as a 'magical mound'.

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