Elli

American

[el-ee] / ˈɛl i /

noun

Scandinavian Mythology.

an old woman, a personification of old age, who defeated Thor in a wrestling match.

Etymology

Origin of Elli

< Icelandic elli, literally, old age. eld

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile long-distance rail traffic slowly resumed on Saturday in northern Germany, after being completely suspended on Friday due to another storm named Elli, rail opetaor Deutsche Bahn said.

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

Jaime Lee explained how the next generation of GLP-1 medications from Elli Lilly and Novo Nordisk could make life a lot easier for people who need to lose weight.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 19, 2025

In the St Elli shopping centre, in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, there is less confidence.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2022

Directors Elli Hakami and Julian P. Hobbs begin the trailer with a focus on two of Hammer’s accusers, Courtney Vucekovich and Julia Morrison, who share their alleged experiences with the actor.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2022

And then, seeing the expression on Thor’s face, he said, “Her name is Elli, and I have seen her defeat men who seemed stronger than you when she wrestled them. Do not be overconfident, Thor.”

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

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