n. & adj.
--n.
1. a the Norwegian language. b the Scandinavian language-group.
2 (prec. by the; treated as pl.) a the Norwegians. b the Vikings.
--adj. of ancient Scandinavia, esp. Norway.
Phrases and idioms:
Old Norse
1. the Germanic language from which the Scandinavian languages are derived.
2 the language of Norway and its colonies until the 14th c.
Derivatives:
Norseman n. (pl. -men).
Etymology: Du. noor(d)sch f. noord north