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

And yes, Native American tribes use cold immersion for their purification ceremonies, while Nordic nations have been braving alternating cold baths and saunas. —Nicholas Wyman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

If you’re headed to a cabin getaway this winter, whether that’s in the Alps, the Rockies, or a Nordic forest, then pack cozy clothes, like these cashmere joggers or an extra soft shirt jacket. —Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2024

Noun

The Michigan Nordic Fire Festival runs Feb. 21-23, 2025, in Charlotte. —Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024

Faux Flora, an exhibition that opened in Seattle at the National Nordic Museum on Nov. 8 that will run into January before traveling internationally. —James Manso, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024

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