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Definition of: rune
(r
n) noun
1. A character of the primitive runic alphabet.
2. A Finnish poem or one of its cantos.
3. plural Old Norse lore expressed, or considered as if expressed, in runes; hence, early rimes or poetry in general.
4. Any obscure or mystic song, poem, verse, or saying; a mystery. [<ON rūn mystery, rune]
—ru′nic adjective
Tomb inscription, Sweden, eleventh century.
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