Ymir

noun

ˈē-ˌmir 

: a giant from whose body the gods create the world in Norse mythology

Examples of Ymir in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rich Larson, the author of such books as Ymir (2022) and Annex (2018), wrote a novelized short story for the Sifu episode before working with Petty to develop the teleplay. — Nick Romano, EW.com, 26 Nov. 2024

The classic day hike is summiting Ymir Mountain (pronounced why-murr), the iconic ridgeline that overlooks the resort. — Jayme Moye, Outside Online, 4 Oct. 2024

There is usually a single creator at the source of it, and that indeed is the nature of Ginnungagap—Ymir being the Norse force of creation. — David Chiu, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023

The Marvel heroes come together to stop the malicious Loki and Ymir, a frost giant, from stealing Santa Claus’ powers. — Victoria Priola, al, 1 Feb. 2022

Word History

Etymology

Old Norse

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above