Meaning of the word rune in English
What does rune mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rune
US /ruːn/
UK /ruːn/
Noun
1.
a letter of an ancient Germanic alphabet, used in Scandinavia, Britain, and central Europe from the 3rd century to the 13th century
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The archaeologist discovered an ancient stone tablet inscribed with mysterious runes.
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Some people believe that casting runes can predict the future.
2.
a mark or letter having a mysterious or magic significance
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The wizard drew a powerful rune in the air, glowing with arcane energy.
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The ancient text was filled with cryptic symbols and magical runes.