brodd

Norwegian Nynorsk

Etymology

From Old Norse broddr

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /brɔdː/

Noun

brodd m (definite singular brodden, indefinite plural broddar, definite plural broddane)

a stinger (pointed portion of an insect or arachnid used for attack)
Når humler stikk, mister dei brodden sin.
When bumblebees sting, they lose their stinger.
(mostly plural) a crampon (attachment to shoes for providing traction on ice)
Eldre blir oppmoda til å bruka broddar om vinteren.
Elderly people are encouraged to use crampons in wintertime.

References

“brodd” in The Nynorsk Dictionary.

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