SINCE 1828
Nordic
adjective
Nor·dic
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Definition of Nordic
(Entry 1 of 2)
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
3a
: 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
Nordic
nounDefinition of Nordic (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a native of northern Europe
2
: a person of Nordic physical type
3
: a member of the peoples of Scandinavia
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A quality of coziness and contentment
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Nordic
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English Language Learners Definition of Nordic
: of or relating to Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and sometimes Finland and Iceland, or to the people who live there
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