"Mímir" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ˈmiːmɪə(ɹ)/ [UK], /ˈmimɪɹ/ [US]
Etymology: From Old Norse Mímir, meaning “the rememberer” or “the wise one”. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|non|Mímir}} Old Norse Mímir, {{mention-gloss|the rememberer}} “the rememberer”, {{mention-gloss|the wise one}} “the wise one” Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Mímir
  1. (Norse mythology) A figure in Norse mythology renowned for his knowledge and wisdom, beheaded during the Æsir-Vanir War, after which Odin receives secret knowledge and counsel from the severed head. Wikipedia link: Mímir Tags: Norse Categories (topical): Norse mythology

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