Main Entry: ¹Nor·dic

Pronunciation: \ˈnȯr-dik\

Function: adjective

Etymology: French nordique, from nord north, from Old French north, from Old English

Date: 1898

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