Nordic

adjective

Nor·dic | \ ˈnȯr-dik

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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

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

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The first known use of Nordic was in 1824

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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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