kanóninn
The word kanóninn is the definite form of the Icelandic word kanón, meaning "canon." In Icelandic, the suffix "-inn" is the definite article. Therefore, kanóninn literally translates to "the canon."
The term "canon" itself has several meanings across different fields, and when referred to as "kanóninn" in
In literature and art, a canon refers to a body of works that are considered to be
In music, a canon is a contrapuntal compositional technique in which a melody is imitated by one
In religion, a canon refers to a collection of sacred texts or writings that are accepted as
In law, canon law refers to the body of laws and regulations made by or for Christian
Without further context, "kanóninn" simply refers to "the canon" in its definite form, implying a specific, known