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Definition of runic

runic

/ˈruː.nɪk/
ru · nic
Adverb:runically
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1

Relating to, consisting of, or inscribed with runes, the characters of the ancient Germanic and Scandinavian alphabets.

Example

"Archaeologists uncovered a weathered limestone slab bearing a faint runic inscription from the ninth century."

2

Having a mysterious, esoteric, or enigmatic meaning or appearance.

Example

"The poet's late manuscripts were filled with runic symbols and cryptic marginalia that scholars struggled to decipher."

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• Rhymes for runic

• Nearby Words

rune
runed
rung
runic
runnable
runner
runner bean

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 17th century from the noun 'rune' plus the suffix '-ic'. The root 'rune' derives from Old Norse 'rún' and Old English 'rūn', originally meaning a secret, mystery, or whispered counsel before coming to denote the angular characters of the ancient Germanic alphabet.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Runic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/runic
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