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Definition of trondheim

trondheim

/ˈtrɒnheɪm/
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trondheim Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major coastal city and municipality in Trøndelag county, central Norway, situated on the Trondheim Fjord. Historically the capital of Norway during the Viking Age, it is renowned for the Nidaros Cathedral and as a prominent center of technology and education.

Example

"During our trip to Norway, we took the train north to Trondheim to visit the magnificent Nidaros Cathedral and explore the old town."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old Norse 'Þróndheimr', meaning 'home of the Trøndir' (the people of the region, from a root meaning 'to thrive'). It originally referred to the entire region surrounding the fjord before becoming the specific name for the city.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Trondheim. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/trondheim
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