Nordic

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adjective

Nor·​dic ˈnȯr-dik 

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

3

a

: 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

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noun

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: a native of northern Europe

2

: a person of Nordic physical type

3

: a member of the peoples of Scandinavia

Examples of Nordic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

With its bamboo handles and its matte stoneware, this minimalist teapot combines Japanese and Nordic design. —Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2025

According to the robotics company, H&M has been deploying its robots in its Nordic warehouse based in Sweden since last year. —Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 20 Aug. 2025

Noun

Almost all Scandic hotels meet the Nordic Swan Ecolabel's standards for energy efficiency, water consumption and waste management. —Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026

The park doesn’t miss a brick in its immersive theming, having built remarkable lands inspired by Greece, the Roman Empire, and the Nordic Vikings, with over 40 rides and attractions that brim with charm and evoke a sense of wonder. —Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

French nordique, from nord north, from Old French north, from Old English

First Known Use

Adjective

1824, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1900, in the meaning defined at sense 1