ˈrünik, -nēk adjective
Etymology: rune + -ic
1.
a. : of, relating to, or consisting of runes
runic inscription
runic verses
b. : having secret or magical meaning
runic markings
runic rhymes
2. : of or relating to the ancient Scandinavians
runic poetry
runic mythology
• ru·ni·cal·ly -nə̇k(ə)lē adverb