Nordic

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adjective

Nor·​dic ˈnȯr-dik 

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 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

Nordic

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noun

1

: a native of northern Europe

2

: a person of Nordic physical type

3

: a member of the peoples of Scandinavia

Examples of Nordic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The Big Vision for Nordic Venture The Nordic region is at a pivotal moment in its innovation journey. —Francois Botha, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025

National cuisines Nordic cuisine is having a moment, but there’s a lot more to Swedish food than meatballs and cinnamon buns. —Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 22 Feb. 2025

Noun

The Big Vision for Nordic Venture The Nordic region is at a pivotal moment in its innovation journey. —Francois Botha, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025

Sheet Pan Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Half Sheet (2 pack) $28 Amazon $28 Target Any meal kit recipe that requires turning on the oven will typically also require a sheet pan. —Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appétit, 21 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

French nordique, from nord north, from Old French north, from Old English

First Known Use

Adjective

1824, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1900, in the meaning defined at sense 1