Nordic

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1Nor·dic

adj \ˈnr-dik\

Definition of NORDIC

1
: of or relating to the Germanic peoples of northern Europe and especially of Scandinavia
2
: of or relating to a group or physical type of the Caucasian race characterized by tall stature, long head, light skin and hair, and blue eyes
3
a : of or relating to competitive ski events involving cross-country racing, ski jumping, or biathlon — compare alpine b : of, relating to, or being cross-country skiing

Origin of NORDIC

French nordique, from nord north, from Old French north, from Old English
First Known Use: 1898

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