Norwegian

noun

Nor·​we·​gian nȯr-ˈwē-jən How to pronounce Norwegian (audio)
1
a
: a native or inhabitant of Norway
b
: a person of Norwegian descent
2
: the Germanic language of the Norwegian people
Norwegian adjective

Examples of Norwegian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Zakynthos features on cruise line itineraries, including those of Atlas Ocean Voyages, Norwegian, and Azamara. Areas to Visit Zakynthos Town Spend a day in the capital, Zakynthos Town. Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024 Originally from outside of Oslo, the Norwegian developed his business intuition through failure before success. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 12 May 2024 What are the terms of Norwegian’s Teacher Cruise Discount? Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024 According to an affidavit from FBI Special Agent Matthew Judy, the man was recently hired by a cruise line and joined the ship, the Norwegian Encore, in Seattle on Sunday. CBS News, 8 May 2024 The travel company, Bare Necessities, is collaborating with cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line to launch an 11-day cruise that will travel from Miami to the Caribbean, CNN reported. Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024 The 11-day excursion, dubbed the 2025 Big Nude Boat on NCL’s Norwegian Pearl, will depart Miami on February 3, 2025. Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 2 May 2024 The King was most recently seen in a photograph shared by Norwegian Royal House a few days before Easter. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024 Other cruise lines, such as Norwegian, Star Clippers, and Royal Caribbean, regularly offer a Kids Sail Free promotion for guests 12 and under. Ronny Maye, Essence, 22 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin Norwegia Norway

First Known Use

1555, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of Norwegian was in 1555

Dictionary Entries Near Norwegian

Cite this Entry

“Norwegian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Norwegian. Accessed 21 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

Norwegian

noun
Nor·​we·​gian nȯr-ˈwē-jən How to pronounce Norwegian (audio)
1
: a person born or living in Norway
2
: the Germanic language of the Norwegian people
Norwegian adjective
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