n.
Pronunciation: ' no ̇ r-dik
Function: adjective
Etymology: French nordique, from nord north, from Old French north, from Old English
Date: 1898
1 : of or relating to the Germanic peoples of northern Europe and especially of Scandinavia
2 : of or relating to a group or physical type of the Caucasian race characterized by tall stature, long head, light skin and hair, and blue eyes
3 a : of or relating to competitive ski events involving cross-country racing, ski jumping, or biathlon ― compare ALPINE b : of, relating to, or being cross-country skiing