Dano-Norwegian

English

Etymology

From Dano- +‎ Norwegian.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -iːdʒən

Adjective

Dano-Norwegian (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to Denmark and/or Norway, especially referring to the former political entity Denmark-Norway.

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Proper noun

Dano-Norwegian

  1. A koiné language that evolved among the urban elite in Norwegian cities during the later years of Denmark-Norway (1536–1814); as a written language practically identical to Danish with only minor Norwegian influences, as a spoken language more distinct and forming the basis of modern Bokmål.

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