Etymology

Mímir

Today it means: A figure in Norse mythology renowned for his knowledge and wisdom, beheaded during the Æsir-Vanir War, after which Odin receives secret knowledge and counsel from the severed head. Full definition →

Old Norse Mímir
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  1. Old Norse · derived fromMímir
  2. English todayMímir

From Old Norse Mímir, meaning “the rememberer” or “the wise one”.

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