Brynhild

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A woman in Norse legend who is a warrior and a tragic lover

proper noun

Literature

: Brynhild

As a Valkyrie, Brynhild made choices that ultimately altered the fate of many heroes in Norse myths.

Examples

As a student, she lodged with her best friend, Brynhild, in the Chelsea house of two louche young sisters her brothers liked.

Academic text (2001)
In Norse mythology, Brynhild is a tragic figure who fell in love with Siegfried, leading to both their untimely deaths.
The story of Brynhild and Sigurd reflects themes of love and sacrifice in ancient Germanic legends.

Synonyms

Brunnhilde

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Literature

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A woman in old German and Norse stories who loves a hero and dies tragically

focuses on tragic love that causes his death and her suicide

Brunhild

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Literature

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A warrior queen in Norse legend known for great strength and tragic love

highlights the love that led to his death and her suicide

Brynhildr

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Literature

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A warrior woman and queen in old Norse stories who loved the hero Siegfried and killed herself after his death

presents the same mythic story across Norse and Germanic traditions

Surface Forms

Brynhild main

Etymology

Brynhild comes from Old Norse parts brynja 'armour' and hild 'battle'. This paints the picture of a woman in armour on the battlefield, which fits her role as a fierce Valkyrie and tragic lover.