Etymology

Vendel Period

Today it means: of or relating to the Vendel Period (c. 550–800 AD). Full definition →

Swedish vendeltiden
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  1. Swedish · calque ofvendeltiden
  2. English todayVendel Period

Calque of Swedish vendeltiden (literally “the vendel time”). Vendel is a region in Sweden which has given name to the historical period through the rich archeological finds in the area, mostly stemming from warrior boat graves. The most famous finds are period spectacle helmets which have heavily influencing the popular image of the period and the following Viking Age.

Words from the same roots

Swedishvendeltiden all →

Vendel AgeVendel Era

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