What is another word for idun?

Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪdʌn] (IPA)

Idun (also spelled Idunn) is a Norse goddess associated with youth, fertility, and vitality. In Old Norse, her name means "renewal" or "rejuvenation." There are several synonyms for the name or qualities associated with Idun. For example, "eternal youth" or "endless vitality" capture the idea of her ageless nature. "Fertility goddess" or "life-giver" represent her associations with growth and abundance. "Renewal" or "regeneration" refer to her role in restoring youthfulness and rejuvenating the gods. Ultimately, Idun represents the cycle of life and death, and all the blessings and burdens that come with it.

Synonyms for Idun:

  • n.

    person
  • Other relevant words:

    Ithunn Other relevant words (noun):

What are the hypernyms for Idun?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Idun

Thor did not come, being in the East, but his wife Sif was there, also Bragi and his wife idun, and Ty, who was one-handed, Fenrisulf having bitten off his hand while being bound.
"The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson"
Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre Sturleson
17. Be silent, idun!
"The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson"
Saemund Sigfusson and Snorre Sturleson
His wife is idun, who has in her keeping the apples of which the gods eat to preserve their eternal youth.
"Norwegian Life"
Ethlyn T. Clough

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