Valkyrie

Noun

In Norse mythology, a female figure who chooses those who may die in battle and those who may live.

ریشه

From Old Norse 'valkyrja', from 'valr' (the slain on the battlefield) and 'kjósa' (to choose).

مثال

• The valkyrie descended on the battlefield to choose the slain.
• In Norse mythology, valkyries are often depicted as beautiful, stern women.
• The opera 'Die Walküre' by Wagner is based on the myth of the valkyries.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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