lindworm

== English == === Etymology === Cognate with Old Norse linnormr (“constrictor snake”), Norwegian lindorm (“serpent”), German Lindwurm (“dragon”). Ultimately from Proto-Germanic *linþawurmiz, likely via Old Norse. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term, particularly: === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈlɪndˌwɜː(ɹ)m/ === Noun === lindworm (plural lindworms) A wingless serpentine dragon having two arms. A draconic creature, similar to a wyvern. ==== Alternative forms ==== lindorm, lindwyrm ==== Translations ====