Midgard serpent
noun
A giant serpent (in Old Icelandic also called Jǫrmungandr) inhabiting the sea which encircles Midgard and causing storms by its movements.
Origin
Late 19th century. Compare Old Icelandic Miðgarðs-ormr.
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