varangian

Meanings

• noun

  A Varangian was a Viking or Norseman from the Russian region who served in the Byzantine imperial guard.

  - "The Varangian guard was famous for its bravery and skill in battle."
  - "Many Varangians settled in Constantinople after their military service and became influential in Byzantine society."

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Variants

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varnish , varnishes , varnishy , varnished , varnisher , varnishers , varnishing , varnish tree , varnish trees , desert varnish , desert varnishes , spar varnish , spar varnishes , spirit varnish , spirit varnishes , nail varnish

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Etymology

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Derived from Old Norse 'varr' meaning 'foreign' or 'stranger' and 'gandr' meaning 'man' or 'warrior'.

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Trivia

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1. The Varangian Guard was also known as the 'Varangian Vestarion' or 'Vestarion of the Varangians'.

2. The Varangian Guard was disbanded in 1453 when Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Turks.

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1. Varangian Guard: An elite military unit in the Byzantine Empire, primarily composed of Scandinavian mercenaries.

2. Kievan Rus': An early East Slavic state centered in Kyiv, which was heavily influenced by Varangian culture and trade.

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Culture

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The Varangians played a significant role in Byzantine history, particularly during the 10th and 11th centuries. They were renowned for their military prowess and were often used as mercenaries. Some Varangians even rose to high ranks within the Byzantine court and influenced the culture and politics of the empire.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic: 'Varangians were Vikings in the East, guarding Byzantium with their beastly feats.'

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