Nou

/nuː/ noun

Definition

A type of Faroese bread, or a dialectal word in some regions.

Etymology

From Old Norse 'hnoð,' related to bread-making terminology in Scandinavian languages. This is a regional word primarily found in Faroese and some Scandinavian contexts.

Kelly Says

The Faroe Islands have fascinating traditional breads with ancient names that connect them to Viking-era food culture—words like 'nou' are living links to medieval Scandinavian life! Many place-based food words disappear as cultures globalize, making regional bread names treasured parts of cultural heritage.

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