Valkyrie
Derived from Old Norse roots meaning "those who choose among the dead"; the title given to the divine warrior women of Norse mythology.
Meaning and origin
In Old Norse mythology, Valkyries were divine maidens who selected which fallen warriors would reach Valhalla.
How to pronounce Valkyrie
| English (US) | VAL-kuh-ree /ˈvælkɪri/ |
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