Mimir

Noun

Meaning

(Norse mythology) giant who lives in the roots of Yggdrasil and guards the well of wisdom

Source: WordNet

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Examples

Larrington says that "Odin exchanged one of his eyes for wisdom from Mimir, guardian of the well, while Heimdall seems to have forfeited his ear." Source: Internet

Mimir, knowing the value of the water, refused unless Odin offered one of his eyes. Source: Internet

The Loss of Odin's Eye Mimir was an ancient being, notorious for his unparalleled wisdom. Source: Internet

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