Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ymir
Noun
/ˈɪmɪr/
Definition
In Norse mythology, Ymir is a primordial giant and the ancestor of all giants.
Examples
- Ymir was formed from the melting ice and was the first being in the cosmos.
- According to the myth, the body of Ymir was used to create the world.
Meaning
Ymir represents the raw forces of chaos and is considered the progenitor of the race of giants in Norse legend.
Synonyms
- Giant
- Behemoth
