or Hnickar. The name assumed by Odin when he impersonates the destroying principle. (Grimm: Deutsche Mythologic.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Nickel…
One of Fortunio's servants. He was so strong he could carry any weight upon his back without difficulty. (Grimm's Goblins, Fortunio.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham…
(2 syl.). The name of Fortunio's fairy horse. It ate but once a week; knew the past, present, and future; and spake with the voice of a man. (Grimm's Goblins: Fortunio.) (See Horse )…
The learned humbugs in the court of King Dinube of Hisisburg. (Grimm's Goblins.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Heims-kringlaHeimdall's Horn A B C D E…
One of Fortunio's servants, who could hear the grass grow and the mole work underground. (Grimm's Goblins: Fortunio.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer,…
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(Encyclopedia) Constantius II, 317–61, Roman emperor, son of Constantine I. When the empire was divided (337) at the death of Constantine, Constantius II was given rule over Asia Minor, Syria, and…
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