bylgja
Bylgja is an Icelandic noun meaning "wave," primarily referring to a wave on the sea. It denotes a traveling disturbance that propagates along the water surface, usually produced by wind, fetch, or tidal forces. Beyond its literal sense, bylgja is widely used metaphorically to describe surges or sequences of events, emotions, or phenomena.
Etymology and forms: Bylgja is descended from Old Norse and belongs to the North Germanic language family.
Usage: In contemporary speech and writing, bylgja covers both literal and figurative meanings. It commonly describes