Northman
one of the ancient Scandinavians, especially a member of the group that from about the 8th to the 11th century made many raids and established settlements in Great Britain, Ireland, many parts of continental Europe, and probably in parts of North America.
Origin of Northman
1- Also Norseman.
Words Nearby Northman
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How to use Northman in a sentence
Following Generation Kill, he was cast as Northman in the sexy vampire series True Blood.
Alexander Skarsgard on 'Melancholia,' 'True Blood,' and More | Marlow Stern | November 10, 2011 | THE DAILY BEASTIt is fortunate for you, sir, that the Duchess Joan wears her hair short, like a Northman or a bantling troubadour.
Joan of the Sword Hand | S(amuel) R(utherford) CrockettOne Northman, it appears, played the part of Horatius in keeping the English at bay for a time.
Yorkshire Painted And Described | Gordon HomeThis simple circumstance places a wholly different stamp upon the Northman invaders.
The Iron Arrow Head or The Buckler Maiden | Eugne SueThe Northman invasion of France reads, even in the driest work of history, like a rollicking Norse tale.
The Iron Arrow Head or The Buckler Maiden | Eugne Sue
The previous night the Northman warrior maids forced open the doors of the monastery.
The Iron Arrow Head or The Buckler Maiden | Eugne Sue
British Dictionary definitions for Northman
/ (ˈnɔːθmən) /
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