Jotun (Noun)
Meaning
(Norse mythology) one of a group of giants often in conflict with the Aesir.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The jotun Hrungnir was known for his incredible strength in Norse mythology.
- Thor, the mighty god of thunder, had to fight many jotun in his battles.
- Ymir was the first jotun and was born from the melting of the ice in Ginnungagap.
- The great wolf Fenrir, a son of Loki and a jotun, was destined to devour Odin.
- The battle between the Aesir and the jotun, which is an important part of Ragnarök, is where many great Norse gods meet their demise.