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Bluetooth

Bluetooth

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A tenth-century Danish king who united tribes and brought Christianity to Denmark
  • proper noun
  • /ˈbluːˌtuːθ/
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  • The Jelling stone was erected by Harald Bluetooth, who converted Denmark to Christianity.

Examples

  • Which, of course, got its name from the legendary Danish king... Harald Blåtand, whose name translates to "Bluetooth" in English.

    Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017)

  • Harald Bluetooth was known for uniting Danish tribes and promoting Christianity in the 10th century.

  • Anyway, so the name Bluetooth comes from this is multiple choice, all these history questions.

  • The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of the mark by Plantronics, Inc. is under license.

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  • The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of the mark by Plantronics, Inc. is under license.

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  • And the Bluetooth logo is his initials in Norse runic symbols.

    Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017)

  • And, as I'm sure you know... the Bluetooth logo is his initials... in Norse runic symbols.

    Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017)

  • Anyway, it was Denmark under Harald Bluetooth (965) that made Denmark and territories (including Iceland) Christian.

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  • Many recognize Harald Bluetooth for his efforts to unite the Norse people and spread Christianity.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Bluetooth was the nickname of King Harald Bluetooth, and it likely came from a dark or damaged tooth that looked 'blue'. He is remembered for 'uniting' Danish tribes and bringing Christianity to the region, which is why history remembers him as a unifier.