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Vocabulary Entry
viking
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A member of the Scandinavian seafaring warrior cultures that raided and traded from their Northern European homelands across wide areas of Europe from the late eighth to early eleventh century.
Example Sentences
"The Vikings were known for their longships and exploration."
"Many legends and sagas were told about the heroic deeds of Viking warriors."
"In history class, we learned about the Viking invasions of England."
V
verb
To pursue a life of seafaring, raiding, and trading in the manner of the Vikings.
Example Sentences
"They decided to viking their way across the seas in search of new lands."
"The explorers vikings the coastlines of unknown territories."
"He often joked about wanting to viking for a summer adventure."
A
adjective
Relating to the Vikings or their culture.
Example Sentences
"The museum had a fascinating Viking exhibit."
"She wore a Viking-inspired costume for the festival."
"They studied Viking history in their anthropology class."