asgard Definition
in Norse mythology, the city of the gods and goddesses, located in the sky.
Using asgard: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "asgard" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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In Norse mythology, Asgard is home to the gods and goddesses.
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The gods of Asgard are often depicted as powerful and immortal beings.
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According to legend, Asgard can only be reached by crossing a rainbow bridge called Bifröst.
Phrases with asgard
Asgardian
relating to or characteristic of the gods and goddesses of Asgard
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Thor is an Asgardian god.
a series of events in Norse mythology that lead to the end of the world, including a great battle between the gods and giants that results in their mutual destruction
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According to legend, Ragnarok will bring about the end of Asgard and the world as we know it.
Bifröst
a rainbow bridge that connects Asgard to Midgard, the world of humans
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In Norse mythology, Bifröst is guarded by the god Heimdall and can only be crossed by the worthy.
Origins of asgard
from Old Norse 'Ásgarðr', meaning 'enclosure of the Æsir'
Summary: asgard in Brief
'Asgard' [ˈæsgɑːrd] is the city of the gods and goddesses in Norse mythology, located in the sky. It is often depicted as a place of power and immortality, and can only be reached by crossing the rainbow bridge Bifröst. Phrases like 'Asgardian' and 'Ragnarok' use Asgard to denote the gods and goddesses or the end of the world, respectively.
