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Norwegian

noun Nor·we·gian \ nȯr-ˈwē-jən \

Definition of Norwegian

1 a : a native or inhabitant of Norway
b : a person of Norwegian descent
2 : the Germanic language of the Norwegian people
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Norwegian

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Origin and Etymology of norwegian

Medieval Latin Norwegia Norway

NORWEGIAN Defined for English Language Learners

Norwegian

noun

Definition of Norwegian for English Language Learners

  • : a person born, raised, or living in Norway

  • : the language of Norway

NORWEGIAN Defined for Kids

1

Norwegian

adjective Nor·we·gian \ nȯr-ˈwē-jən \

Definition of Norwegian for Students

: of or relating to Norway, its people, or the Norwegian language
2

Norwegian

noun

Definition of Norwegian for Students

1 : a person who is born or lives in Norway
2 : the language of the Norwegians

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