Nordic

adjective

Nor·dic | \ ˈnȯr-dik

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 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

noun

Definition 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

Nordic

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“Nordic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Nordic. Accessed 25 May. 2022.

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