valkyrian

Meanings

• noun

  A creature from Norse mythology, a female warrior riding a horse and choosing slain warriors for transport to Valhalla.

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Variants

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Valkyrie , Valkyries

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Etymology

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Derived from Old Norse 'valr' meaning 'slain' and 'kjöln' meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'.

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Trivia

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1. In some versions of Norse mythology, Valkyries were depicted as having wings instead of riding horses.

2. The Valkyries were often depicted wearing helmets adorned with feathers and carrying shields and spears.

3. The Valkyries were believed to have the power to heal wounds and grant strength to the warriors they chose.

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1. Odin: The god of poetry, wisdom, and the sky in Norse mythology, who led the Valkyries and chose the slain warriors.

2. Valhalla: The great hall in Norse mythology where the chosen warriors went after death to prepare for the final battle Ragnarok.

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In Norse mythology, Valkyries were believed to influence the outcome of battles by choosing those who were worthy of going to Valhalla and joining the army of the god Odin.

How to Memorize "valkyrian"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a beautiful, armored woman on a horse, choosing warriors to join her in the afterlife.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'valkyrie' with the image of a fierce and noble warrior.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the mnemonic 'Val' for 'Valhalla' and 'Kyrie' for 'Valkyrie'.

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