Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rune
noun
roo-n
Definition
A character in the ancient alphabets used by Germanic languages, particularly in Scandinavia and the British Isles.
Examples
- The Viking inscription was carved in runes on the stone.
- She studied the meanings of ancient runes as part of her history course.
Meaning
Runes were typically associated with magical or spiritual significance and often used for divination or inscribing names and messages.
Synonyms
- glyph
- symbol
