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valknut.

A symbol consisting of three interlocked triangles, used by ancient Germanic peoples, but of uncertain meaning.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A symbol consisting of three interlocked triangles, used by ancient Germanic peoples, but of uncertain meaning.

Where this word comes from

Derived from Old Norse valr (“the slain”) and Old Norse knútr (“a knot”), meaning "knot of the slain". The term was coined in later history, as it is not known what name was used by the historical Norse.

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