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 Scandinavia2: 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 eyes3 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