Norseman

[ nawrs-muhn ]

noun

, plural Norse·men.

1. Northman.

Norseman

/ ˈnɔːsmən /

noun

1. another name for a Viking

Word History and Origins

Origin of Norseman¹

First recorded in 1810–20; Norse + man

Example Sentences

I wished I had taken the Norseman’s shield and could charge on a rampage of my own.

From Literature

He is, appropriately, imposing — a strong-jawed Norseman silhouetted against the western sun, surrounded by monolithic rune stones inscribed with the names of Ballard’s Scandinavian immigrant families, for whom he is a symbol of cultural pride.

From Seattle Times

The Norsemen worshipped many gods and each of them had various characteristics, weaknesses and attributes.

From Seattle Times

With light hair and light eyes and a profile that any Norseman would be proud of.

From Literature

But he isn’t yet persuaded they were Norsemen.

From Science Magazine